Endergonic
[en-der-gon-ik] /ˌɛn dərˈgɒn ɪk/
adjective, Biochemistry.
1.
(of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy.
/ˌɛndəˈɡɒnɪk/
adjective
1.
(of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy to proceed Compare exergonic
endergonic end·er·gon·ic (ěn’dər-gŏn’ĭk)
adj.
Of or relating to a chemical reaction that absorbs energy and therefore cools its surroundings.
endergonic
(ěn’dər-gŏn’ĭk)
Relating to a chemical reaction that requires the absorption of energy. The production of sugars by plants during photosynthesis is an endergonic reaction, where sunlight provides the necessary energy. Compare exergonic.
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