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The general functions of catabolism and anabolism.
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Catabolism breaks down the complex organic compounds. The carbohydrates (polysaccharides) are broken down into disaccharides (sucrose, maltose) and then further to monosaccharide (glucose, fructose). Similarly, fats are broken into fatty acids and glycerol. The proteins are digested into single amino acids.
Anabolism makes complex organic compounds from simple organic molecules. Monosaccharides are joined together by glycosidic linkages to form disaccharides and ultimately polysaccharides (glycogen). Three fatty acid chains are joined to one glycerol molecule to make a triglyceride (common fat). Amino acids are joined to one another by peptide bonds to form proteins.
Catabolism and anabolism of different organic compounds are necessary to gain energy and build the body.
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