uses of glucose Flashcards
1
Q
what is the first use of glucose?
A
to release energy in respiration - takes place in mitochondria
2
Q
what is the second use of the glucose?
A
insoluble storage molecule starch - back to glucose when needed
3
Q
what can glucose produced in photosynthesis be converted into?
A
fats and oils - storage form of energy
4
Q
what is the celluose made by?
A
glucose produced by photosynthesis
5
Q
what is the final thing glucose can produce in photosynthesis?
A
amino acids - to absorb nitrate ions from soil
