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glycolysis

gly-KOL-ih-sis

ɡlaɪˈkɒlɪsɪs

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glycolysis

Dictionary meaning

The metabolic pathway that breaks down glucose into pyruvate, releasing energy.

Examples

  • Glycolysis is the first stage of cellular respiration and occurs in the cytoplasm.

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