1. In organic molecules, carbons can be thought of as "reduced" or "oxidized". Which of these terms best describes the carbon atoms in glucose? In CO2?
2. Compare the following bonds in terms of energy storage: C-O, C-C, C-H. What accounts for the difference in stored energy? (electronegativity, electron sharing, reduced, oxidized)
3. Why would termites be of interest to scientists hoping to improve biofuel production? (cellulose, enzyme, symbiosis)