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Introduction to Respiration

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Name the substance that is oxidized in the body during respiration?

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Glucose

During aerobic respiration, complete oxidation of carbohydrates takes place. Glucose is broken down byoxygen to release energy, while carbon dioxide and water are the by-products of the reaction. The released energy is used to make a special energy molecule called Adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

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