Question

Metabolic pathways that synthesize biomolecules are called

a) Anabolic pathways
b) Catabolic pathways
c) Amphibolic pathways
d) Salvage pathways
e) Futile cycle pathways

Answer 1

a) Anabolic pathways

Step-by-step explanation:

The metabolic pathways that form complex biomolecules from simpler elements are called anabolic pathways. Anabolic pathways are mostly endergonic, that is, they require an input of energy.

For example, the synthesis of glucose (C6H12O6) from simpler CO2 and H2O in the presence of sunlight during photosynthesis. Here, complex glucose molecules are formed from simpler elements such as carbon dioxide and water. Sunlight serves as a source of energy for photosynthesis.