What is Catabolism?
It is also known as destructive metabolism.
•The process that produces the energy required for all activity in the cells.
•In this process, cells break down large molecules (mostly carbohydrates and fats) to release energy.
•This energy release provides
–fuel for anabolism
–heats the body and
–enables the muscles to contract and the body to move
•The waste products released in the process of catabolism are removed from the body through the skin, kidneys, lungs, and intestines.
Catabolism is the process used to break down molecules into smaller parts and release energy. It is part of Metabolism. Metabolism is the process of breaking down food to use as energy. Anabolism and catabolism make up metabolism. You can find more information here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catabolism…
