In aerobic respiration glucose breaks down in the presence of ____________ to produce energy in cells.

nitrogen

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oxygen

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carbon dioxide

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The correct option is B oxygen
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In aerobic respiration glucose breaks down in the presence of ____________ to produce energy in cells.

The correct option is B oxygen.

The correct option is B oxygen
.