Uses of Glucose from Photosynthesis (AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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Why is glucose converted to starch for storage in plants?
Why is glucose converted to starch for storage in plants?
Starch is insoluble
What is the purpose of converting glucose into cellulose in plants?
What is the purpose of converting glucose into cellulose in plants?
To strengthen cell walls
What does glucose combine with to form amino acids in plants?
What does glucose combine with to form amino acids in plants?
Nitrates from soil
Why is respiration described as exothermic?
Why is respiration described as exothermic?
Energy is transferred to environment
Where do most aerobic respiration reactions take place?
Where do most aerobic respiration reactions take place?
In the mitochondria
What are the products of aerobic respiration?
What are the products of aerobic respiration?
and
What is the product of anaerobic respiration in animals?
What is the product of anaerobic respiration in animals?
Lactic acid
What are the products of anaerobic respiration in plants and yeast?
What are the products of anaerobic respiration in plants and yeast?
Ethanol and
Which type of respiration yields the most energy?
Which type of respiration yields the most energy?
Aerobic respiration
What is fermentation used to make?
What is fermentation used to make?
Bread and alcoholic drinks