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Glucose produced during photosynthesis is temporarily stored as ______.

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Glucose produced during photosynthesis is temporarily stored as ______.

Options

  • Starch

  • Sugar

  • Fats

  • All of these

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Solution

Glucose produced during photosynthesis is temporarily stored as starch.

Explanation:

Because glucose is highly soluble and chemically reactive, cells immediately convert it into an insoluble polymer called starch. This allows the leaf to safely store the energy temporarily during the day without disrupting the osmotic balance.

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Chapter 6: Photosynthesis - EXERCISE [Page 100]

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Lakhmir Singh Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 6 Photosynthesis
EXERCISE | Q 5. | Page 100
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