katabolism

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Noun katabolism has 1 sense

catabolism, katabolism, dissimilation, destructive metabolism - breakdown of more complex substances into simpler ones with release of energy
--₁ is a kind of organic process, biological process
--₁ is a part of metabolism, metabolic process, metastasis

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Katabolism

Description:

Katabolism refers to the set of metabolic processes in which complex molecules are broken down into simpler substances, releasing energy in the process. It is the opposite of anabolism, which is the process of building complex molecules from simpler ones.

Sample sentences:

During katabolism, proteins are broken down into amino acids.
Cellular respiration is a key katabolic process that releases energy from glucose.
Metabolism is balanced by the continuous interplay between anabolism and katabolism.
When someone is in a calorie deficit, their body may rely on katabolism of stored fat for energy.

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