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Bioenergetics

Meaning

Bioenergetics is the scientific study of energy flow and transformation within living biological systems, encompassing the processes by which cells generate, store, and utilize energy. This discipline examines the thermodynamics of metabolic reactions, focusing on the conversion of nutrients into usable cellular energy, primarily Adenosine Triphosphate. Understanding bioenergetics is crucial for interpreting hormonal regulation of metabolic rate and overall physiological vitality.