In metabolism the term "activation" refers to
A) conversion of a component of a metabolic pathway into a reactive compound.
B) addition of a catalyst.
C) bypassing endergonic reactions in a pathway.
D) bypassing the unreactive components of a pathway.

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Activation in metabolism typically refers to the conversion of a component of a metabolic pathway into a more reactive form, often through the addition of a chemical group or modification of the molecule in a way that makes it more chemically active in subsequent reactions.

In Metabolism the Term "Activation" Refers to