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Which statement best explains the process of cellular respiration?"

A: Glucose and another product are formed when carbon dioxide and water are
combined.

B:Oxygen and another product are formed when carbon dioxide and water are combined

C: Bonds are broken within the carbon dioxide molecules, providing energy and releasing
oxygen

D: Bonds are broken within the glucose molecules, providing energy and releasing
carbon dioxide.

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Answer:

The answer is D.

Step-by-step explanation:

Cellular respiration requires glucose and oxygen to form carbon dioxide and water.

Equation:

Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon dioxide + Water

C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H20

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