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endergonic
[en-der-gon-ik]
adjective
Biochemistry.
(of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy.
endergonic
/ ˌɛԻəˈɡɒɪ /
adjective
(of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy to proceed Compare exergonic
endergonic
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.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of endergonic1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of endergonic1
C20: from end ( o- ) + Greek ergon work + -ic
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