Metabolism

Layer 3 — Biologyin the Metabolism Overview subtree

The sum of enzyme-catalysed reactions in a cell — catabolism (breakdown releasing energy) plus anabolism (biosynthesis consuming energy). Integrated via shared cofactors (ATP, NADH, NADPH).

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Catabolism
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Dose–response curve
Habitable zone

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