exergonic Definition
of a metabolic or chemical process: accompanied by the release of energy.
Using exergonic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exergonic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The breakdown of glucose is an exergonic reaction.
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Exergonic reactions are spontaneous and release energy.
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The hydrolysis of ATP is an exergonic process.
exergonic Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for exergonic
- exothermic
- energy-releasing
- thermodynamically favorable
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Summary: exergonic in Brief
'Exergonic' [ek-ser-gon-ik] describes a metabolic or chemical process that releases energy. It is often used to describe reactions that are spontaneous and thermodynamically favorable, such as the breakdown of glucose or the hydrolysis of ATP.
