The part of metabolism that deals with destruction or simplification of more complex compounds. Catabolism mostly results in the release of energy. (Examples: the release of glucose by the liver, the combustion of glucose by cells.)
Describes the destructive phase of metabolism.
Regarding the subject of catabolism, which refers to the process by which complex molecules are broken down into simpler ones in order to generate energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).
Metabolism refers to the biochemical process wherein complex molecules are broken down into simpler ones, resulting in the release of energy. This energy release occurs through the breakdown of these complex molecules.