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The process of plant respiration
A.
releases energy that plants can use for life processes.
B.
produces food that plants need for photosynthesis.
C.
uses all the energy released during photosynthesis.
D.
releases oxygen to Earth's atmosphere.

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A. Respiration releases energy that plants use for life processes.

Explanation: In cellular respiration plants break down sugars (e.g., C6H12O6 + 6 O2 → 6 CO2 + 6 H2O) to produce ATP, the energy currency for growth, transport, and other metabolic activities.