anabolism

(noun)

the constructive metabolism of the body, as distinguished from catabolism

Related Terms

  • catabolism
  • enzyme

Examples of anabolism in the following topics:

  • Metabolic Pathways

    • An anabolic pathway requires energy and builds molecules while a catabolic pathway produces energy and breaks down molecules.
    • The first of these processes requires energy and is referred to as anabolic.
    • Anabolic pathways require an input of energy to synthesize complex molecules from simpler ones.
    • One example of an anabolic pathway is the synthesis of sugar from CO2.
    • Anabolic pathways are those that require energy to synthesize larger molecules.
  • Transforming Chemical Energy

    • Because they synthesize new molecules, these processes are examples of anabolism.
  • Citric Acid Cycle

    • The second form of the enzyme is found in tissues that have a high number of anabolic pathways, such as liver.
    • Several of the intermediate compounds in the citric acid cycle can be used in synthesizing non-essential amino acids; therefore, the cycle is amphibolic (both catabolic and anabolic).
  • Free Energy

    • When complex molecules, such as starches, are built from simpler molecules, such as sugars, the anabolic process requires energy.
    • Therefore, the chemical reactions involved in anabolic processes are endergonic reactions.
  • Hormonal Regulation of Growth

    • Effects of growth hormone on the tissues of the body can generally be described as anabolic (building up).
  • Electrons and Energy

    • Both NAD+ and FAD+ are extensively used in energy extraction from sugars, and NADP plays an important role in anabolic reactions and photosynthesis.
  • Types and Functions of Proteins

    • Anabolic enzymes: enzymes that build more complex molecules from their substrates
  • Control of Metabolism Through Enzyme Regulation

    • Metabolic reactions, such as anabolic and catabolic processes, must proceed according to the demands of the cell.
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