catabolic process GO_0009056
catabolic process
ID: GO_0009056
Class
A cellular process consisting of the biochemical pathways by which a living organism breaks down substances. This includes the breakdown of carbon compounds with the liberation of energy for use by the cell or organism.
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Alternative Names
| Synonym | Scope | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| breakdown of chemical | exact synonym | |
| breakdown of molecule | exact synonym | |
| cellular catabolism | exact synonym | |
| degradation | exact synonym | |
| cellular degradation | exact synonym | |
| cellular breakdown | exact synonym | |
| breakdown of substance | exact synonym | |
| catabolism | exact synonym |