Question

What is a catabolic reaction?

Answer 1

it is a type of metabolic rxn in which molecules break down into smaller units.

for example - glycolysis

Answer 2

Catabolic Reactions:

Catabolic reactions are a type of metabolic reaction that take place within a cell. Larger molecules are separated to form smaller molecules, as in the case of respiration where glucose is broken down to form carbon dioxide and water. Often they are hydrolysis reactions in which water molecules are used to break bonds.