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One of the following is an exothermic reaction. This is:
(a) electrolysis of water
(b) conversion of limestone into quicklime
(c) process of respiration
(d) process of photosynthesis

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(c) process of respiration
In the process of respiration, heat energy that maintains our body temperature is released. Therefore, this process is an exothermic reaction.

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