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katabolic

/ˌkæt.əˈbɒl.ɪk/

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adjective

/ˌkæt.əˈbɒl.ɪk/formalscientificobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к метаболическому процессу расщепления сложных молекул на более простые с выделением энергии.

An obsolete adjective relating to the metabolic process of breaking down complex molecules into simpler ones, releasing energy.

  1. Relating to catabolismC1formalscientific

    Pertaining to the metabolic process where complex molecules are broken down into simpler ones, often releasing energy.

    ruКатаболический

    • The katabolic phase of metabolism provides energy for cellular functions.
    • Certain hormones promote katabolic reactions in muscle tissue.
    • During fasting, the body enters a katabolic state to use stored energy.

    Synonymscatabolic

    Antonymsanabolic

  2. Destructive metabolismC1formalscientific

    Characterized by the breakdown of complex substances into simpler ones, often associated with energy release or cellular degradation.

    ruКатаболический

    • Prolonged stress can lead to a katabolic state in the body.
    • The drug was found to have katabolic effects on bone density.
    • Katabolic processes are essential for recycling cellular components.

    Synonymscatabolic

    Antonymsanabolicbiosyntheticconstructivesynthetic