Metabolism is the chemical process that occurs within living organisms to sustain and maintain life. In simple terms, metabolism is the conversion of food into energy. There are two processes that are involved in metabolism; catabolic and anabolic proccesses. The catabolic process involves breaking down molecules into smaller units that are either oxidized to release energy or used in anabolic reactions. Anabolic reactions are those who take smaller units to create larger molecules. Catabolic reactions are favored and categorized as exergonic reactions as they release energy. Anabolic reactions are unfavorable and are categorized as endergonic as they use up energy.
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