endergonic

endergonic
Referring to a chemical reaction that takes place with absorption of energy from its surroundings ( i.e., a positive change in Gibbs free energy). Cf.:exergonic. [endo- + G. ergon, work]

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end·er·gon·ic .en-.dər-'gän-ik adj ENDOTHERMIC (1) <\endergonic biochemical reactions> compare EXERGONIC

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end·er·gon·ic (end″ər-gonґik) [end- + Gr. ergon work] characterized by or accompanied by the absorption of energy; said of reactions, particularly biochemical reactions, that require energy in order to proceed, so that the products have a higher free energy than the reactants. Opposed to exergonic.

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