Metabolism refers to all chemical reactions that occur in the body, including those involved in the breakdown of food during digestion and the creation of complex molecules from smaller units. While the liver does play a role in metabolism, it is just one part of the overall process. Therefore, option C is the most comprehensive and accurate answer.

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Metabolism Is

Question 23

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Metabolism is

A) the breakdown of food in the digestive tract.
B) the creation of complex molecules from smaller units.
C) all the chemical reactions that occur in the body.
D) the chemical processes performed by the liver.

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