Question

Define anabolism and catabolism.

Answer 1

Anabolism :
the synthesis of complex molecules in living organisms from simpler ones together with the storage of energy; constructive metabolism.

Catabolism :
the breakdown of complex molecules in living organisms to form simpler ones, together with the release of energy; destructive metabolism.

Answer 2

All of the physical and chemical activities in your body that convert or use energy are called metabolism.
. These include things like breathing, digesting food, and circulating blood.


the breakdown of complex molecules in living organisms to form simpler ones, together with the release of energy; destructive metabolism.