catabolism
US /kəˈtæbəlɪzəm/
UK /kəˈtæbəlɪzəm/
名词
分解代谢, 异化作用
the breakdown of complex molecules in living organisms to form simpler ones, together with the release of energy
示例:
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During intense exercise, the body increases catabolism to release energy.
在剧烈运动期间，身体会增加分解代谢以释放能量。
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The process of digestion involves catabolism of food into smaller molecules.
消化过程涉及食物的分解代谢，将其分解成更小的分子。