Why is respiration called an exothermic reaction? Write the chemical equation for respiration reaction.
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The Chemical Equation for Respiration is :
C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6 H2O + 36 or 38 ATP (energy)
Respiration is an exothermic reaction since oxidation of glucose takes place which produces large amounts of energy.
C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6 H2O + 36 or 38 ATP (energy)
Respiration is an exothermic reaction since oxidation of glucose takes place which produces large amounts of energy.
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