Question

When a plant generates food through photosynthesis, this food
A.
can cause the plant to gain excess layers of fat.
B.
can be used immediately or stored for later use.
C.
is always used as soon as it is converted into a form the plant can use.
D.
is stored for a short period of time, usually about three weeks.

Answer 1

B. The sugars made by photosynthesis (mainly glucose) can be used right away for energy and growth or converted to storage forms (like starch in roots, stems, tubers, seeds, or fruits) for later use.