destructive metabolic
/dɪˈstrʌktɪv ˌmɛtəˈbɑlɪk/
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- Relating to the metabolic processes that break down complex molecules in the body to release energy (catabolism).
- During intense exercise, the body shifts into a destructive-metabolic state to fuel muscles.
- The destructive-metabolic phase of digestion breaks down food into simple nutrients.
- Scientists study destructive-metabolic pathways to understand how cells recycle damaged components.
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