Oxygen is necessary for complete oxidation of glucose. Give Scientific reason.
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Absence of oxygen during glucose breakdown produces pyruvic acid and alcohol. Presence of oxygen during aerobic breakdown of glucose produces water and carbon dioxide along with the release of a large amount of energy. Hence, oxygen is necessary for the complete oxidation of glucose.
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Absence of oxygen during glucose breakdown produces pyruvic acid and alcohol. Presence of oxygen during aerobic breakdown of glucose produces water and carbon dioxide along with the release of a large amount of energy. Hence, oxygen is necessary for the complete oxidation of glucose.
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