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catabolism, katabolism [kəˈtæbəˌlɪzəm] n (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biochemistry) a metabolic process in which complex molecules are broken down into simple ones with the release of energy; destructive metabolism Compare anabolism [C19 katabolism, from Greek katabolē a throwing down, from kataballein, from kata- down + ballein to throw] catabolic , katabolic [ˌkætəˈbɒlɪk] adj catabolically , katabolically adv
catabolism 1. the metabolic process in which energy is liberated for use in work. See also: Change2. destructive metabolism. Biology, Physiology. the destructive processes of chemical ehange in living organisms, characterized by the breaking down of complex substances into simpler ones, with a release of energy. Cf. anabolism. — catabolic, adj. See also: Organismsthe destructive process of metabolism in which living matter is turned into waste. — catabolic, adj. See also: Decaying
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| Altered estrogen catabolism might be associated with body burdens of PCDDs/PCDFs. Fasting leads to a state of catabolism resulting in a decrease in absorption of glucose, amino acids and fatty acids. Protein is inextricably linked to muscle maintenance and growth, especially after the stimulus and muscle protein catabolism resulting from strength training. |
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