Which of the listed statements describes the results of the following 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.

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In this reaction, glucose (C6H12O6) is oxidized to produce carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) while oxygen (O2) is reduced. This is a classic example of cellular respiration, where glucose molecules are broken down to release energy that is captured in ATP molecules. As the glucose molecule loses electrons (oxidation), the oxygen molecule gains electrons (reduction), hence the correct answer is A.

Which of the Listed Statements Describes the Results of the Following