The chemical processes occurring within a living cell or organism that are necessary for the maintenance of life, including both synthesis and decomposition.

the biological process of breaking down complex molecules into simpler ones to release energy; dissimilation

the metabolic process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones; constructive metabolism; assimilation

The minimum amount of energy required to maintain life in a body at rest; the basal metabolic rate.

the metabolic process of breaking down complex molecules into simpler ones, releasing energy

chemical processes in the body that produce energy in the presence of oxygen

the process by which the body breaks down nutrients to produce energy; energy metabolism

The study of how a body processes a drug, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.

a medical condition where the body cannot properly process the amino acid [[酪氨酸|酪氨酸|lao4 an1 suan1]]

The biological process of building up and breaking down substances within a living organism.