Uses of Glucose in Plants

How many water molecules are needed to produce one molecule of glucose in photosynthesis?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

How many carbon dioxide molecules are needed to produce one molecule of glucose in photosynthesis?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

Glucose is an example of a carbohydrate and contains the chemical elements carbon, oxygen and.......?

• Helium

• Argon

• Magnesium

• Hydrogen

One primary use of glucose within plants is for energy.

• True

• False

Glucose plays a crucial role in growth and development.

• True

• False

Thousands of glucose molecules can be linked together to form the complex carbohydrate that is used to build the cell wall of plant cells. What is the name of this complex carbohydrate?

• Cellulose

• Cytosol

• Chlorophyll

• Cytoplasm

Thousands of glucose molecules can be linked together to form the complex carbohydrate that is stored inside plant cells as a source of energy, and is particularly abundant in the cotyledon. What is the name of this complex carbohydrate?

• Cellulose

• Testa

• Protein

• Starch

Plant cells can also combine glucose with nitrates to make the basic building blocks of proteins. What are the name of these building blocks?

• Amino acids

• Antibodies

• Antigens

• Fatty acids

Plants convert some glucose into a storage form that supplies the plant with an energy reserve when sunlight is scarce, such as during winter or at night. A rich supply can be found in nuts and seeds. What is the name of the this storage form?

• Muscle

• Cellulose

• Cytoplasm

• Oils and lipids

Plants can convert the simple sugar glucose into another type of simple sugar. This other simple sugar is found in various parts of plants, including fruits, vegetables, and honey. It contributes to the sweet taste of fruits and is often concentrated in fruit juices. What is the name of this other simple sugar?

• Fructose

• Sweetner

• Lactose

• Flavouring