# A plant produces glucose during photosynthesis. State four different ways in which the glucose produced during photosynthesis can be used by the plant.

> Cambridge International IGCSE Biology (0610) — 6.1 Photosynthesis · State · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Glucose is converted to starch as an energy store
2. Glucose is used in respiration to provide energy
3. Glucose is converted to cellulose to build cell walls
4. Glucose is converted to sucrose for transport in the phloem OR used to make nectar to attract insects for pollination

## Key terms

- [glucose](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/glucose)
- [photosynthesis](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/photosynthesis)

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