In order to complete the process of glycolysis, the glucose molecule is combined with oxygen. The oxygen reacts with glucose to produce energy, carbon dioxide and water. The equation for this reaction is:
C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → Energy + 6CO₂ + 6H₂O
This is the primary reaction in the process of respiration, which is responsible for the energy production carried out in all organisms.