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3. the process by which the bodys cells use oxygen and glucose to produ…

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  1. the process by which the bodys cells use oxygen and glucose to produce energy, while releasing carbon dioxide and water vapor as waste products, is known as (a) decomposition (b) photosynthesis (c) oxidation (d) respiration

Explanation:

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Respiration is the process where body - cells use oxygen and glucose to produce energy, releasing carbon dioxide and water vapor as waste. Decomposition is the breakdown of organic matter by bacteria etc. Photosynthesis is in plants to produce glucose using light energy. Oxidation is a general chemical process of losing electrons, not this specific biological energy - producing process.

Answer:

D. respiration