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endergonic

[en-der-gon-ik]

adjective Biochemistry.

(of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy.

Nearby words

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  9. endgame,
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Compare exergonic.

Origin of endergonic

1935–40; end- + Greek érgon work + -ic
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British Dictionary definitions for endergonic

endergonic

adjective

(of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy to proceedCompare exergonic

Word Origin for endergonic

C20: from end (o-) + Greek ergon work + -ic
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Medicine definitions for endergonic

endergonic

[ĕn′dər-gŏn′ĭk]

adj.

Of or relating to a chemical reaction that absorbs energy and therefore cools its surroundings.
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Science definitions for endergonic

endergonic

[ĕn′dər-gŏn′ĭk]

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. Compare exergonic.
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