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Hawke

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on: Jun 10, 2013
Which term most precisely describes the cellular process of breaking down large molecules into smaller ones?
A) catalysis
B) metabolism
C) anabolism
D) dehydration
E) catabolism
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Reply #1 on: Jun 11, 2013
It's most likely E. It makes sense given what's in the textbook.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 11, 2013
Thanks a lot, it was right ;D


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