Plants Flashcards
1
Q
Which structure of the leaf cells photosynthesizes'? A. Nucleus B. Vacuole C. Mitochondria D. Chloroplast
A
D. Chloroplast
(chloroplast, structure within the cells of plants and green algae that is the site of photosynthesis, the process by which light energy is converted to chemical energy, resulting in the production of oxygen and energy-rich organic compounds).
2
Q
Glucose is converted to another sugar to be transported in the plant. What is the name of this sugar A. Glycerol B. Ribose C. Sucrose D. Starch
A
C. Sucrose
Glycerol is not a sugar.
Ribose is a sugar but only found in DNA.
Starch is not a sugar though the body digests starch to make glucose, which is a vital energy source for every cell. Food companies use starch to thicken processed foods and to make sweeter.