For the reaction of glucose with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water, Glucose + 6O2

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For the reaction of glucose with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water,
Glucose + 6O2 → S 6CO2 + 6H2O
The DG° is 22880 kJ mol –1, a strongly exergonic reaction. However, a sample of glucose can be maintained indefinitely in an oxygen-containing atmosphere. Reconcile these two statements.
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Biochemistry

ISBN: 978-1285429106

8th edition

Authors: Mary K. Campbell, Shawn O. Farrell

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