Carbohydrates are utilized for providing energy to the plant, and when not used immediately, they are stored as starch, serving as an internal energy reserve.
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Carbohydrates are utilized for providing energy to the plant, and when not used immediately, they are stored as starch, serving as an internal energy reserve.
Carbohydrates in autotrophic organisms, produced through photosynthesis, serve as a vital energy source. These organic compounds, primarily glucose, are utilized through cellular respiration to generate ATP (adenosine triphosphate), providing energy for various metabolic processes. Additionally, carbohydrates act as building blocks for the synthesis of other essential biomolecules within the organism. The surplus carbohydrates that are not immediately used are stored in the form of starch, serving as an internal energy reserve. This stored energy in the form of starch can be mobilized and utilized by the autotrophic organism as needed, ensuring a continuous and efficient energy supply for the organism’s growth and survival.