The sum of all chemical reactions that occur in the body is known as ________.
A) absorption
B) metabolism
C) digestion
D) catabolism
E) anabolism

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Metabolism refers to the sum of all chemical reactions that occur within an organism, including both the breakdown of molecules to obtain energy (catabolism) and the synthesis of all compounds needed by the cells (anabolism).

The Sum of All Chemical Reactions That Occur in the Body