The sum of the give and take of the chemical and physical changes of the body.
A)Cations
B)Anabolism
C)Catabolism
D)Metabolism

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Metabolism refers to the chemical and physical processes that occur within an organism in order to maintain life. It includes both anabolism (the buildup of molecules) and catabolism (the breakdown of molecules). The sum of these processes is what allows the body to function properly. Cations are positively charged ions, which are not directly related to the processes of metabolism.

The Sum of the Give and Take of the Chemical