Metabolism and Energy Production

Metabolism is the complex network of biochemical reactions that occur within cells to maintain life. These reactions involve the breakdown of nutrients to extract energy and the synthesis of biomolecules for cell growth and maintenance. The two main types of metabolism are catabolism, which involves the breakdown of complex molecules to produce energy, and anabolism, which requires energy to build complex molecules. ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the primary energy currency in cells that drives...