The reaction of glucose with oxygen generates carbon dioxide, water and energy. Whydoesn't glucose react directly with oxygen in cells?Select one:a. The direct reaction of oxygen with glucose would be extremely destructive tocells.b. Oxygen cannot accept electrons, and thus an electron carrier like NAD isneeded.c. Oxygen and glucose are localized in different subcellular compartments.d. The reaction of oxygen with glucose is not spontaneous.

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