Question

The process of respiration

• A. Involves oxidation of food
• B. Involves oxidation of glucose to carbon dioxide and water
• C. Is accompanied by release a large amount of energy
• D. All the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All the above

The correct option is D:

Explanation for correct option:

1. Respiration is a process of breathing in which the inhalation of oxygen and exhalation of carbon dioxide is involved.
2. The process of respiration involves the oxidation of food or glucose.
3. The glucose is broken down with the help of oxygen resulting in the formation of water and it releases a large amount of energy i.e. ATP and carbon dioxide(CO₂).

Final answer: The process of respiration involves oxidation of food or oxidation of glucose to carbon dioxide and water and is accompanied by release a large amount of energy.