Anabolism Vs Synthesis
When two or more chemical reactions combine together they result in a larger more complex product. This process is know as synthesis reactions. A simple form of the formula is A + B = AB An example is 8 Fe + S8 = 8 FeS. When iron and sulfur combine they create iron II sulfide. Lipids, carbohydrates, ATP, proteins, and nucleic acids are all products of synthesis reactions. All synthesis reactions that happen inside the body are known as anabolism, which aid in the growth and maintenance of the body. Decomposition reaction is the opposite of synthesis reaction. In this case a larger product in broken down into two or more smaller reactants. Decomposition reactants that happen inside the body are known as catabolism. The formula is AB = A + B.