Question

Why do we say that respiration is an exothermic process ? (Class 10 Board level answer please) (2 mrks)

Answer 1

Answer:

rice,potato contain carbohydrates.these carbohydrates are break down to form glucose. this glucose combines with oxygen in the cells of our body and provides energy ,so respiration is an exothermic process.

equation:--

C6H12O6+6CO2--->6CO2+6H2O+energy

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