exergonic (ˌɛksəˈɡɒnɪk) ![]() | |
| —adj | |
| Compare endergonic (of a biochemical reaction) producing energy and therefore occurring spontaneously | |
| [C20: from | |
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
exergonic ex·er·gon·ic (ěk'sər-gŏn'ĭk)
adj.
Of or relating to a reaction that releases energy to its surroundings.
| exergonic (ěk'sər-gŏn'ĭk) Pronunciation Key
Relating to a chemical reaction that releases energy. The breakdown of sugars by cellular metabolism is an exergonic reaction that releases energy used to drive endergonic reactions. Compare endergonic. |