Which of the following is generally the substrate of respiration?

Vitamins

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Fats

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Glucose

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Proteins

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Solution

The correct option is C Glucose
Respiration is the process of formation of energy in the form of ATP by the oxidation of organic molecule. The most common substrate used for respiration is glucose (a carbohydrate). The various substrates used in respiration are carbohydrates, fats and proteins. When all the substrates are available, the first to be consumed is carbohydrates, then fats and finally proteins.

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