Metabolism
Metabolism

Metabolism

Definition:

Metabolism refers to all the physical and chemical processes within the body that create and use energy, such as:

  • digesting food and nutrients
  • eliminating waste through urine and feces
  • breathing
  • circulating blood
  • regulating temperature



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