3 Chemical Reactions

CH2 A

Molecular formula

H₂O or C₆H₁₂O₆

Synthesis (combination)

combining atoms or molecules to form a larger/complex molecule (A + B → AB)

anabolic (reduction-oxidation)

building processes

Decomposition

Breakdown of a molecule into smaller molecules (AB → A + B)

Catabolic (redox)

Bond-breaking reactions

Exchange (displacement)

involve both synthesis and decomposition (AB + C → B)

Exergonic

give off energy

Endergonic

use up energy

Reduction

gain electrons

oxidized

lose