Which statement describes the reaction for cellular respiration?
A. The equation is carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen + water and energy is required in the form of light.
B. The equation is glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water and energy is produced in the form of ATP.
C. The equation is carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen + water and energy is produced in the form of ATP.
D. The equation is glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water and energy is required in the form of light.

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GinnyAnswer · Answer

Cellular respiration converts glucose and oxygen into carbon dioxide, water, and energy in the form of ATP. The correct equation is glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water + energy. This process is distinct from photosynthesis, which uses light to produce glucose. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

Anonymous · Answer

Cellular respiration is the process that converts glucose and oxygen into carbon dioxide, water, and energy (ATP). The correct equation is glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water + energy. Thus, option B is the correct answer. 
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