Summarize cellular respiration. Why is it an exothermic reaction?(1 point)

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because it produces glucose
because it produces glucose

because it produces energy
because it produces energy

because it produces carbon dioxide
because it produces carbon dioxide

because it produces water

Answer 1

Cellular respiration is the metabolic process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, primarily in the form of ATP, while producing carbon dioxide and water as byproducts. It involves three main stages: glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.

Cellular respiration is considered an exothermic reaction because it produces energy. The energy released during the breakdown of glucose is harnessed for various cellular functions.