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katabolic

/ˌkæt.əˈbɒl.ɪk/

Traduction: Adjectif désuet relatif au processus métabolique de dégradation de molécules complexes en molécules plus simples avec libération d'énergie.

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adjective

/ˌkæt.əˈbɒl.ɪk/formalscientificobsolète
  • frAdjectif désuet relatif au processus métabolique de dégradation de molécules complexes en molécules plus simples avec libération d'énergie.

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.

    frcatabolique

    • 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.

    Synonymescatabolic

    Antonymesanabolic

  2. Destructive metabolismC1formalscientific

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

    frCatabolique (relatif au catabolisme)

    • 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.

    Synonymescatabolic

    Antonymesanabolicbiosyntheticconstructivesynthetic