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Why is respiration considered an exothermic reaction?

Give the chemical equation for this reaction.

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Answered by rajaman32
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Explanation:

respiration is an exothermic reaction because this is done in presence of oxygen where

food is breakdown into simple compound.heat is released to maintain body temp.

c6h12o +o2 --------- co2+h2o+ energy + heat

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Answered by anuragsinha319
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Explanation:

Carbolydrates present in food are broken down to form glucose. This glucose combines with oxygen in the cells of our body and provides energy. This reaction is known as respiration. hence,respiration is considered as an exothermic reaction.

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