Present participle of catabolize; actively breaking down complex molecules into simpler ones through metabolism.
Present progressive form of catabolize, using the -ing suffix to indicate ongoing action.
Right now, your cells are catabolizing amino acids to maintain proteins, breaking down glucose for energy, and recycling old organelles—your body is essentially a 24/7 demolition and recycling operation.
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