What is the fate of the energy released during the reactions of cellular respiration?
A) 10% used to produce ATP; 90% lost as heat
B) 40% used to produce ATP; 60% lost as heat
C) 60% used to produce ATP; 40% lost as heat
D) 90% used to produce ATP; 10% lost as heat

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During cellular respiration, approximately 40% of the energy released from the breakdown of glucose is used to produce ATP, while the remaining 60% is lost as heat. This reflects the efficiency and limitations of biological energy conversion processes.

What Is the Fate of the Energy Released During the Reactions