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Metabolic Velocity

Meaning

The quantitative rate at which an organism processes and converts energy substrates, such as carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, into usable cellular energy or structural components. This physiological measure reflects the overall intensity of the body’s biochemical reactions over a given period. A high metabolic velocity indicates a rapid turnover of energy, while a low velocity suggests a more conservative, often less efficient, energy expenditure profile.