endergonic

American  

[en-der-gon-ik] / ˌɛn dərˈgɒn ɪk /

adjective

Biochemistry.

1. (of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy.

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endergonic British  

/ ˌɛndəˈɡɒnɪk /

adjective

1. (of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy to proceed Compare exergonic

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endergonic Scientific  

/ ĕn′dər-gŏn′ĭk /

1. Relating to a chemical reaction that requires the absorption of energy. The production of sugars by plants during photosynthesis is an endergonic reaction, where sunlight provides the necessary energy.

2. Compare exergonic

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Etymology

Origin of endergonic

1935–40; end- + Greek érgon work + -ic

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How does endergonic compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• endergonic vs. exergonic

Example Sentences

One with a positive ∆G that requires energy input is called an endergonic reaction.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

In this way, ATP is a direct link between the limited set of exergonic pathways of glucose catabolism and the multitude of endergonic pathways that power living cells.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

During an endergonic chemical reaction, ATP forms an intermediate complex with the substrate and enzyme in the reaction.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

It allows cells to store energy briefly and transport it within itself to support endergonic chemical reactions.

From Textbooks • Apr. 25, 2013

These chemical reactions are called endergonic reactions and they are non- spontaneous.

From Textbooks • Apr. 25, 2013