What Are the Different Metabolic Processes?
Metabolism typically refers to the biological processes that a living organism uses to provide energy for sustaining life and growth. Most metabolic processes occur through a series of enzyme reactions. These enzyme reactions convert one substance into another for the storage or release of energy. For example, the absorption of oxygen is accomplished by cellular respiration. Anabolism refers to the breakdown of substances for the storage of energy. Catabolism is the metabolic process that breaks down substances for the release of energy. The metabolic rate of an organism typically is the rate at which the organism performs metabolic processes. Basal metabolism is the amount of energy required to sustain a body in its resting state.
