Question
Class 10BiologyLife Processes

What are the different ways in which glucose is oxidized to provide energy in various organisms?

Verified Answer

(i) Aerobic. C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6 CO2 + 6 H2O + Energy

(ii) Anaerobic,

(a) C6H12O6 → 2 Ethanol + 2 CO2 + Energy.

(b) C6H12O6 → 2 Lactic acid + Energy