Uses of glucose from photosynthesis

• What is the chemical formula for glucose?

  C₆H₁₂O₆
• How do plants use glucose produced from photosynthesis?

  For energy and growth, among other uses
• What is one use of glucose in respiration?

  To release energy
• Where does respiration occur in plant cells?

  In mitochondria
• What is released during aerobic respiration?

  ATP (energy)
• What is the equation for aerobic respiration?

  Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon Dioxide + Water + ATP
• What is one use of energy from respiration?

  Active transport of minerals
• How is glucose used to make cellulose?

  Converted into cellulose for cell walls
• What is cellulose used for in plants?

  To strengthen cell walls
• Why is cellulose important for plant structures?

  It provides rigidity and support
• What form is glucose stored as in plants?

  Starch
• Why is starch an effective storage form for glucose?

  It is insoluble and does not affect water balance
• Where is stored starch found in plants?

  In leaves, roots, tubers, and bulbs
• When is starch used by plants?

  During the night when photosynthesis cannot occur
• How do plants make amino acids from glucose?

  By combining glucose with nitrate ions
• What are amino acids used for in plants?

  To build proteins
• What happens if plants lack nitrates?

  They cannot make proteins, leading to stunted growth
• What are lipids used for in plants?

  Energy storage, cell membranes, and waterproofing
• Why do seeds contain fats and oils?

  To provide energy for germination
• What is one function of lipids in cell membranes?

  They are used in the structure of membranes
• How do waxy layers on leaves help plants?

  They reduce water loss
• What are the main uses of glucose in plants?

  • Respiration for energy
  • Making cellulose for cell walls
  • Stored as starch for later use
  • Making amino acids for proteins
  • Stored as lipids for energy and waterproofing
• Why is glucose important for plants?

  • Provides energy for life processes
  • Allows growth and repair of tissues
  • Enables survival by storing energy
• What is the summary of glucose uses in plants?

  • Respiration: Releases energy (ATP)
  • Making Cellulose: Strengthens cell walls
  • Stored as Starch: Insoluble storage form
  • Making Amino Acids: Builds proteins
  • Stored as Lipids: Used in seeds and membranes