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metal metabolism
Broader Terms:
metabolism
Narrower Terms:
calcium metabolism
Narrower Terms:
iron metabolism
Scope Note:
sum of chemical changes that occur within the tissues of an organism consisting of anabolism (biosynthesis) and catabolism of metals; the buildup and breakdown of metals for utilization by the organism.
Term Number:
1851-4512
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