Cellular respiration in mammals is the process by which cells break down glucose and other organic molecules to produce energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP). This process occurs in the mitochondria of cells and involves a series of biochemical reactions that ultimately result in the production of ATP, which is used by cells for various cellular functions. The overall equation for cellular respiration in mammals is:
Glucose + Oxygen -> Carbon Dioxide + Water + ATP
This process is essential for the survival of mammals, as ATP is the primary source of energy for cellular activities such as muscle contraction, nerve impulse transmission, and protein synthesis.