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Green plants use molecular oxygen for what

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Answer: to break down glucose, releasing chemical energy and heat in the process.

Explanation:In photosynthesis, solar energy is harvested as chemical energy in a process that converts water and carbon dioxide to glucose. Oxygen is released as a byproduct. In cellular respiration, oxygen is used to break down glucose, releasing chemical energy and heat in the process.

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