(a) The major energy storage compound ofanimals is fats (except in muscles). Why would this be advantageous? (b) Why don’t plants use fats/oils as their major energystorage compound?

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Q: Why doesn't yeast without glucose produce CO2?

A: Yeast utilise glucose and produces carbon dioxide via the process of respiration or fermentation.

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Q: The conversion of Pyruvate to CO2, three carbons worth, will generate how many ATPS? O 7.5 O 9.5 O…

A: Pyruvate is generated by glycolysis process. Through glycolysis glucose is converted into pyruvate.

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A: The correct option is (a) Fiber

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Q: Which plants expend more energy per molecule of glucose produced, C3 or C4?

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A: Reserve food is used by organisms as the source of energy.

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Soil Ecosystem

Soil provides a habitat or living environment for a large number of different species of organisms as well as plants. It provides all the essential nutrients and minerals for plants to grow. All these together form the soil ecosystem.