of or having to do with a biochemical, energy-releasing reaction, such as respiration or catabolism
Origin of exergonic
from ex- + Classical Greek ergon, work + -icexergonic
ex·er·gon·ic
adjective
Exergonic is defined as a biochemical reaction that releases energy.
An example of something exergonic is the process of respiration.
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exergonic
adjective
Releasing energy.
Origin of exergonic
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Relating to a chemical reaction that releases energy. The breakdown of sugars by cellular metabolism is an exergonic reaction that releases energy used to drive endergonic reactions.
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Adjective
(comparative more exergonic, superlative most exergonic)
- (chemistry, of a reaction) Releasing energy (especially as heat)
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