___ is a chemical reaction where Oxygen is used to breakdown Glucose in order to generate energy,which is then used by the cell to function.

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Respiration is a chemical reaction which takes place inside each and every cell. During this reaction, glucose is broken down with oxygen to get energy. During this reaction, water and carbon dioxide is released.

$C_{6} H_{12} O_{6} + 6 O_{2} \to 6 C O_{2} + 6 H_{2} O + A T P$

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