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Summarize how carbohydrates produced in photosynthesis are used and stored, including: (a) starch as an energy reserve (b) cellulose for cell wall construction (c) glucose for energy in respiration (d) sucrose for transport in phloem (e) nectar to attract pollinators.

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Cambridge IGCSE BiologyPlant nutritionCore content

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This point belongs to Photosynthesis, especially Photosynthesis outcomes.
You need to be able to summarize how carbohydrates produced in photosynthesis are used and stored, including: (a) starch as an energy reserve (b) cellulose for cell wall construction (c) glucose for energy in respiration (d) sucrose for transport in phloem (e) nectar to attract pollinators.
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Plants produce glucose during photosynthesis. This glucose can be used immediately or converted into other carbohydrates for various purposes.

a
State one use of starch in plants.
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b
Identify the carbohydrate used to build plant cell walls.
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