Anabolic

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Anabolic

Anabolic (pronunciation: /ænəˈbɒlɪk/), derived from the Greek word "anabole" which means "to build up", is a term used in Biochemistry to describe the metabolic process where smaller molecules are combined to form larger complex molecules. This process is essential for growth and repair of body tissues, and for the storage of energy for future use.

Etymology

The term "anabolic" is derived from the Greek word "anabole" which means "to build up". It is composed of "ana" meaning "upward" and "ballein" meaning "to throw".

Related Terms

  • Anabolism: The metabolic process in which energy is used to build up complex molecules from simpler ones, such as the synthesis of proteins from amino acids.
  • Catabolic: The opposite of anabolic, catabolic refers to the metabolic process that breaks down complex molecules into simpler ones, with the release of energy.
  • Metabolism: The sum of all chemical reactions occurring in a biological entity, encompassing anabolic and catabolic processes.
  • Anabolic Steroids: Synthetic substances similar to the male hormone testosterone that are used by bodybuilders and are sometimes abused by athletes to increase muscle mass and improve performance.

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