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SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CGL - 6th June 2019 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q48

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During photosynthesis, green plants use energy from sunlight to synthesise ________ from carbon dioxide and water.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

 The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Glucose.

  • Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, some bacteria and some protistants use the energy from sunlight to produce glucose from carbon dioxide and water.
  • This glucose can be converted into pyruvate which releases adenosine triphosphate (ATP) by cellular respiration.
  • The oxygen is provided to atmosphere through plants where glucose is used to its own growth. 
  • Glucose, Fructose, Sucrose are all forms of simple sugar.