Term Name: | generation of precursor metabolites and energy |
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Synonyms: | energy pathways, intermediary metabolism, metabolic energy generation |
Definition: | The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of precursor metabolites, substances from which energy is derived, and any process involved in the liberation of energy from these substances. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0006091] QuickGO AmiGO |