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The complete conversion of glucose in the presence of oxygen into carbon dioxide and water with release of energy is called

  1. aerobic respiration
  2. anaerobic respiration
  3. glycolysis
  4. hydrolysis

Explanation

  • Aerobic respiration is the process in which glucose is completely broken down in the presence of oxygen to produce carbon dioxide, water, and a large amount of energy (ATP). Glycolysis is only the first stage of glucose breakdown, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen and results in incomplete breakdown of glucose. Hydrolysis refers to the chemical breakdown of substances using water.
Answer: (a) aerobic respiration
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