Question

question 14
the cellular process of breaking down large molecules into smaller ones is defined as...
catalysis.
metabolism.
anabolism.
dehydration.
catabolism.

Explanation:

• Catalysis is the process of increasing the rate of a chemical reaction by a catalyst, not specifically about breaking down large molecules.
• Metabolism is the set of life - sustaining chemical reactions in organisms, which includes both anabolism (building up) and catabolism (breaking down). But the question is about the specific process of breaking down.
• Anabolism is the process of building up larger molecules from smaller ones.
• Dehydration is a process that involves the loss of water, not directly related to breaking down large molecules into smaller ones.
• Catabolism is the cellular process of breaking down large molecules into smaller ones.

Answer:

catabolism.