Respiration is a _______ process.

Anabolic

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Catabolic

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Symbiotic

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Catabolic
Cellular respiration is a stepwise process that involves enzymatic breakdown of organic substrates like carbohydrates, fats and proteins to release energy in the form of ATP. As it involves breakdown of substances for the release of energy, it is a catabolic process.
So the correct answer is 'Catabolic'.

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