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Metabolise

Description:

Metabolise is a verb that refers to the process of breaking down substances or converting them into energy within an organism's body.

Senses/Usages:

1. General:

When used generally, metabolise describes the overall process of metabolism in living organisms.

For example: The body metabolises food to generate energy.

2. Biological:

In biology, metabolise refers to the specific cellular processes involved in converting molecules into different forms or building blocks for growth, repair, and energy.

For example: The liver metabolises drugs to eliminate them from the body.

3. Chemical:

From a chemical perspective, metabolise means to undergo a chemical reaction or transformation.

For example: The enzymes in the stomach help metabolise food during digestion.

Sample Sentences:

• The body needs to metabolise carbohydrates to provide energy.
• The liver plays a crucial role in metabolising toxins and drugs.
• Some people have a faster metabolism and can metabolise food more quickly.
• Enzymes present in the gut help to metabolise complex proteins into simpler amino acids.

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