Question

Which life process occurs when carbon dioxide, energy, and water are produced by the combination of food and oxygen with enzymes?

Answer 1

Cellular respiration

Explanation:

Cellular respiration is a `24"/"7` process that happens in the human body. It is when glucose (simple sugars) and oxygen combine together to form energy `("ATP")` and water `(H_2O)` for the human body to survive. Another by-product that is released in the form of waste is carbon dioxide gas `(CO_2)`.

The equation for cellular respiration is:

`C_6H_12O_6(aq)+6O_2(g)->6CO_2(g)+6H_2O(l)`

There are two types of cellular respiration in humans, aerobic and anaerobic respiration. Aerobic occurs when there is plenty of oxygen available, while anaerobic occurs when there is a shortage of oxygen, such as during intense exercises. Aerobic respiration also produces much more energy than anaerobic respiration.