Question

What happens to the unused carbohydrates produced in the plant body?

• A. More energy is produced to enhance growth.
• B. Stored in the form of starch for future use.
• C. Transported to stems in the form of glycogen.
• D. Eliminated through excretion.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Stored in the form of starch for future use.

Excess or unused carbohydrates produced during photosynthesis are stored in the form of starch (polysaccharide/polymer of simple glucose molecules) as a reserve of energy for future use in various parts of the plant body.