"Metabolism" refers to
A) the reactions in the body that synthesize proteins and nucleic acids.
B) the reactions in the body that break down proteins and nucleic acids.
C) all of the chemical reactions in a cell.
D) the breakdown of glucose molecules to release energy.

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Metabolism refers to all of the chemical reactions that occur within a cell, including both the breakdown and synthesis of molecules. While options A, B, and D all refer to specific types of metabolic reactions, they do not encompass the full scope of metabolism.

"Metabolism" Refers to