endergonic

[ en-der-gon-ik ]

adjective

, Biochemistry.

1. (of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy.

endergonic

/ ˌɛndəˈɡɒnɪk /

adjective

1. (of a biochemical reaction) requiring energy to proceed Compare exergonic

endergonic

/ ĕn′dər-gŏn′ĭk /

1. Relating to a chemical reaction that requires the absorption of energy. The production of sugars by plants during photosynthesis is an endergonic reaction, where sunlight provides the necessary energy.
2. Compare exergonic

Word History and Origins

Origin of endergonic¹

1935–40; end- + Greek érgon work + -ic

Word History and Origins

Origin of endergonic¹

C20: from end ( o- ) + Greek ergon work + -ic