Define Catabolism or catabolic pathways
Catabolic pathways are reactions that result in the breakdown of complex molecules into simpler ones with the release of energy.
Define Anabolism or Anabolic pathways
Consume energy to build complex molecules from simpler ones.
Define Amphibolic pathways
Function as catabolic or anabolic pathways depending on the needs of the cell
What is respiration?
Where glucose is completely broken down
What is fermentation?
Where glucose is partially broken down
Pathways involved in carbohydrate catabolism provide
* precursors for biosynthesis