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erma4kov [3.2K]
3 years ago
9

The biochemical reactions that degrade molecules such as nutrients are called:

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Misha Larkins [42]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

D. catabolic reactions

Explanation:

Metabolism employs catabolic reactions to break down large molecules (nutrients) carbohydrates, fats, proteins as food is ingested. Then they degrade the molecules , being smaller and releasing the energy we need in order to function. The metabolic processes ocurr in all cell of the body.

Catabolism and anabolic reactions are good companions as they occur together.

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