The Sum of All Chemical Processes That Occur in the Human

Question

The sum of all chemical processes that occur in the human body is referred to as
A)anabolism
B)catabolism
C)metabolism
D)differentiation
E)homeostasis

Accepted Answer

Metabolism refers to all the chemical reactions that occur in the body, including both anabolic and catabolic processes. Anabolism refers to the building up of complex molecules from simpler ones, while catabolism refers to the breaking down of complex molecules into simpler ones. Differentiation refers to the process by which cells become specialized for specific functions, and homeostasis refers to the maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body.