People often tell Jane she has a very "good" metabolism; she seems not to gain weight no matter what she eats. What reactions of metabolism are most likely dominant in Jane's body?

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A catabolic reaction breaks down molecules for energy, which means that Jane's body is able to efficiently break down food for energy rather than storing it as fat. An anabolic reaction builds complex molecules from simple ones, while endergonic reactions require energy input and synthesis involves combining two smaller molecules into a larger one.

People Often Tell Jane She Has a Very "Good" Metabolism;