Chapter 21, Problem 21.76AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for breakdown of molecules which takes place in several steps in order to obtain energy should be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Metabolism: The process by which living organisms synthesize energy they required is known as metabolism. Mainly there are two pathways

1. 1. Catabolism
2. 2. Anabolism

Protein catabolism: It is defined as breakdown of proteins into smaller units that is into amino acids gets transported finally polymerized to give new proteins.

Catabolism: The catabolic pathway involves oxidation reactions and produces energy and it converts complex molecules into simple ones

Anabolism: The anabolic pathway involves a series of sequential reactions which converts simple molecules into complex molecules.