Which of the following statements describes the results of this reaction?
C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂ → 6 CO₂ + 6 H₂O + Energy
A) C₆H₁₂O₆ is oxidized and O₂ is reduced.
B) O₂ is oxidized and H₂O is reduced.
C) CO₂ is reduced and O₂ is oxidized.
D) C₆H₁₂O₆ is reduced and CO₂ is oxidized.
E) O₂ is reduced and CO₂ is oxidized.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In this reaction, glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) is oxidized to form carbon dioxide (CO₂), and oxygen (O₂) is reduced to form water (H₂O). This is a classic example of cellular respiration, that occurs in the presence of enzymes. Glucose is oxidized by receiving electrons from oxygen, which reduce it to water. In this process, glucose loses electrons and is oxidized while the oxygen gains electrons and is reduced. Consequently, answer choice A is the most appropriate.

Which of the Following Statements Describes the Results of This