Chapter 24, Problem 74A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The relation between catabolism and anabolism is to be described.

Concept introduction: Metabolism is the process through which the body breaks down food and converts it into the energy needed to carry out daily functions. All living organisms require it to develop and perform their functions properly. The metabolism includes two processes: catabolism and anabolism.

Answer to Problem 74A

The process of catabolism breaks down components into simpler components, whereas the process of anabolism builds up more complex components.

Explanation of Solution

The two major biological processes that collectively make up metabolism are catabolism and anabolism. Catabolism is the process by which the body converts complicated molecules into smaller and simpler ones to use those simpler molecules as a source of energy.

The process of synthesizing complex molecules is known as anabolism. In other words, it uses energy to break down molecules, forming larger, more complicated molecules from smaller, simpler ones.

Conclusion

The process of catabolism breaks down components into simpler components, whereas the process of anabolism builds up more complex components.