Which of the following metabolic processes can occur without a net influx of energy from some other process?
A) ADP + ℗i → ATP + H2O
B) C6H12O6 + 6 O2 → 6 CO2 + 6 H2O
C) 6 CO2 + 6 H2O → C6H12O6 + 6 O2
D) amino acids → protein
E) glucose + fructose → sucrose

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The process described in option B is cellular respiration, which is an exergonic reaction that releases energy. It does not require a net influx of energy from other processes.

Which of the Following Metabolic Processes Can Occur Without a Net