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The chemical process of breaking down glucose and releasing energy for carrying out life processes is called


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Digestion

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Respiration

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Breathing

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B

Respiration


The chemical process of breaking down glucose and releasing energy for carrying out life processes is called Respiration.

The process of breaking down food to extract nutrients and energy from it is called digestion. And breathing is not a chemical process at all. it is a physical process involving inhalation and exhalation.


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