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Why is respiration considered an exothermic reaction ? Explain.

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reduction of glucose takes place
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produces large amount of heat energy.
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oxidation of glucose takes place
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All of the above
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B produces large amount of heat energy.
C oxidation of glucose takes place
Energy is required to support life. The energy in our body is obtained from the food we eat. During digestion, large molecules of food are broken down into simpler substances such as glucose. Glucose combines with oxygen in the cells and provides energy. The special name of this combustion reaction is respiration. Since energy is released in the whole process, it is an exothermic process.
C6H12O6(aq)Glucose+6O2(g)Oxygen6CO2(g)Carbondioxide+6H2O(l)Water+Energy

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