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Where do plants store extra glucose?

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The glucose acts as an anti-freeze. That is why some fruits and vegetables taste better if there was some night frost during growth.

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What molecules do mammals use to store extra glucose as what plants use?

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How do most plants store glucose?

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What food do plants store?

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