Question

. We all need energy to stay alive. We get this energy from the food we

eat. The food we eat contains carbohydrates. The carbohydrates are

broken down to form glucose. This glucose combines with oxygen in

the cells of our body and provides energy.

a) Write the special name for this reaction.

b) Is it an endothermic or exothermic reaction?

c) Write a balanced chemical reaction for this process.

d) Give another example of exothermic reaction.​

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Respiration
2. Exothermic
3. C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O
4. Burning of coal.

Explanation:

Respiration is the breakdown of with the help of oxygen to release carbon dioxide and energy. Energy in the form of ATPs.