During cellular respiration, glucose is broken down into smaller molecules in a process called glycolysis, which is the initial step. This reaction yields a small amount of ATP, a molecule that provides energy for cellular processes. The stem of the reactant molecule glucose is further utilized in subsequent steps of cellular respiration to produce a larger quantity of ATP, which is then used as an energy source by the cell.
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During cellular respiration, glucose is broken down into smaller molecules through a series of reactions. These smaller molecules serve as reactants for subsequent steps in the process. The release of ATP occurs as a result of the breakdown of these smaller molecules, providing energy for cellular functions.
