The equation for the metabolic breakdown of glucose (C6H12O6) is the same as the equation for the combustion of glucose in air:
C6H12O6 (s) + 6O2 (g) —> 6CO2 (g) + 6H2O(l)
Calculate the volume of CO2 produced at 37 ºC and 1 atm when 4.48 g of glucose is used up in the reaction.
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