: The process of breaking down complex molecules (like food) to release energy.
: The process of using that energy to build up necessary cellular components, such as synthesizing new proteins or DNA. Essentials of Biochemistry
: The "workhorses" of the cell, proteins provide structure, regulate cellular processes, and act as organic catalysts known as enzymes. : The process of breaking down complex molecules
These reactions are almost always facilitated by , which accelerate chemical processes that would otherwise happen too slowly to sustain life. The "Central Dogma" proteins provide structure
