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Write the overall equation of aerobic respiration.


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Aerobic respiration:

  1. Aerobic respiration is a type of cellular respiration, which takes place in the presence of oxygen.
  2. This type of respiration is common in all plants and higher animals, including humans, mammals, and birds.
  3. The chemical equation for aerobic respiration is:
    C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + 38 ATP
    (glucose) + (oxygen) (carbon dioxide) + (water) + (energy/heat)


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