What is the correct general equation for cellular respiration?

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• 6C02 + 6 H20 + ATP energy → C6H4206 + 60г
• 602 + 6 H20 + ATP energy → C6H1206 + 6 CO2
• C6H1206 + 6H20 → 6C02 + 602 + ATP energy
• C6/126 + 602 → 6 C02 + 6 H20 + ATP energy
• C6H1206 + 6C02 → 602 + 6H20 + ATP energy

1 answer

The correct general equation for cellular respiration is:

\[ C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6 O_2 \rightarrow 6 CO_2 + 6 H_2O + ATP \text{ energy} \]

This equation indicates that glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) and oxygen (O₂) are consumed to produce carbon dioxide (CO₂), water (H₂O), and energy in the form of ATP.

So, the correct option from your list is:

  • C6H1206 + 6 O2 → 6 CO2 + 6 H2O + ATP energy