Which of the following statements is not true for metabolism in living organisms?
A
Chemical reactions can be anabolic or catabolic.
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B
Metabolism is exclusively seen only in living organisms.
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C
Chemical reactions which maintain the living state of an organism is known as metabolism.
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D
Metabolic reactions are not chemical reactions.
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Solution
The correct option is D Metabolic reactions are not chemical reactions. Metabolic reactions are nothing but chemical reactions which maintain the living state of an organism. These reactions can be either anabolic or catabolic in nature. Metabolism is exclusively seen only in living organisms.