Respiration involves which of the following?
A)The use of heat energy to react carbon dioxide with water to produce oxygen.
B)A chemical reaction between carbohydrates and oxygen to produce carbon dioxide,water,and heat energy.
C)A photochemical reaction involving carbon dioxide and water to produce carbohydrates and oxygen.
D)A photochemical reaction involving carbon dioxide and oxygen to produce water and oxygen.

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Respiration is the process by which living organisms release energy from food molecules. It involves the chemical reaction between carbohydrates and oxygen (in the presence of enzymes) to produce carbon dioxide, water, and energy. Option A is incorrect as it describes a reaction known as photosynthesis, not respiration. Option C also describes photosynthesis, but reverses the reaction. Option D describes a reaction, but not one that is involved in respiration.

Respiration Involves Which of the Following