Question

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

Answer 1

D

Photosynthesis produces sugars (like glucose) that the plant can either use immediately for energy and growth or convert to storage forms (starch, oils, sucrose) and store in roots, stems, fruits, or seeds for later use.