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exergonic

/ˌek.sərˈɡɒn.ɪk/

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adjective

/ˌek.sərˈɡɒn.ɪk/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучный термин, используемый в химии и биохимии для описания реакции, выделяющей энергию.

A scientific term used in chemistry and biochemistry to describe a reaction that releases energy.

  1. Energy-releasingC1formalscientific

    Relating to a biochemical process that releases energy, usually through the breakdown of molecules.

    ruЭнерговыделяющий

    • Cellular respiration is an exergonic process that generates ATP.
    • Exergonic reactions in metabolism provide energy for muscle contraction.
    • The hydrolysis of ATP is a well-known exergonic reaction.
    • Enzymes accelerate exergonic pathways in living cells.

    Synonymsenergy-releasingexoergic

    Antonymsendergonic

Forms
  • more exergonic comparative form
  • most exergonic superlative form