Based on what you know regarding mitochondria, which of the following MOST likely depicts the chemical reaction for cellular respiration? A)C₆H₁₂O₆ (sugar)+ 6O₂ (oxygen)$\rightarrow$ 6CO₂ (carbon dioxide) B)C₆H₁₂ O₆ (sugar)$\rightarrow$ 6CO₂ (carbon dioxide)+ 6H₂O (water) C)C₆H₁₂O₆ (sugar)+ 6O₂ (oxygen)$\rightarrow$ 6CO₂ (carbon dioxide)+ 6H₂ O (water) D)6CO₂ (carbon dioxide)+ 6H₂O (water)$\rightarrow$ C₆H₁₂O₆ (sugar)+ 6O₂ (oxygen) E)6CO₂ (carbon dioxide)+ 6H₂O (water)$\rightarrow$ 6O₂ (oxygen)

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The correct chemical equation for cellular respiration is: C6H12O6 (glucose/sugar) + 6O2 (oxygen) → 6CO2 (carbon dioxide) + 6H2O (water). This process also releases energy (ATP), but the energy component is not explicitly shown in the answer choices. Choice C accurately represents this process.

Based on What You Know Regarding Mitochondria, Which of the Following