How does oxidation during cellular respiration differ from burning?
A)Respiration doesn't use enzymes to lower the activation energy.
B)Respiration requires a relatively large amount of energy to start the process.
C)Respiration uses enzymes to lower the activation energy.
D)Respiration releases more energy as heat and light.

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Cellular respiration uses enzymes to lower the activation energy needed for the oxidation process, while burning does not. This allows for controlled and efficient energy release during cellular respiration, while burning can result in uncontrolled energy release in the form of heat and light. Option A and B are incorrect because they suggest that respiration does not use enzymes, which is not true. Option D is also incorrect because respiration releases energy primarily in the form of ATP, not heat and light.

How Does Oxidation During Cellular Respiration Differ from Burning