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Katabolic

adjective
1.
Relating to or characterized by catabolism.  Synonym: catabolic.
2.
Characterized by destructive metabolism.  Synonym: catabolic.






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"Katabolic" Quotes from Famous Books



... cells. Automatic metabolism of the cell, is its ability to carry on within itself the various processes of life that may be necessary to best fit it for the performance of special functions, as a particular part of the co-operative body. Violent emotions of anger, hate, despair and grief, are katabolic, poisonous and harmful; they tear down and destroy life. The poisonous deposits left in the cells by these emotions are called 'katastates.' Laughter and merriment, with all the emotions of pleasure, adoration, worship, love, affection, hope, ...
— Solaris Farm - A Story of the Twentieth Century • Milan C. Edson



Words linked to "Katabolic" :   catabolic, destructive-metabolic, anabolic, energy-releasing, catabolism



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