Suppose cellular respiration occurs inside an insulated, sealed container. How does the container’s weight change during the reaction?(1 point)

Responses

increases
increases
fluctuates
fluctuates
stays the same
stays the same
decreases

1 answer

The correct response is: stays the same.

In a sealed container, the total mass remains constant because no matter or energy is entering or leaving the system. Cellular respiration is a metabolic process that involves the conversion of glucose and oxygen into carbon dioxide, water, and energy. Although the substances within the container change during respiration, the total mass of the system stays the same.