anabolism

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A number of intermediate compounds of the citric acid cycle can be diverted into the anabolism of other biochemical molecules, such as nonessential amino acids, sugars, and lipids.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

The cell also must generate a number of intermediate compounds that are used in the anabolism and catabolism of macromolecules.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Metabolism is the sum of all of the chemical reactions that are involved in catabolism and anabolism.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Both anabolism and catabolism occur simultaneously and continuously to keep you alive.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Pertaining to anabolism; an anabolic changes, or processes, more or less constructive in their nature.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary by Webster, Noah