What is the term for metabolic pathways that release stored energy by breaking down complex molecules? Naim 11:48 AP Biology Chapter 9 What is the term for metabolic pathways that release stored energy by breaking down complex molecules? A. Anabolic pathways B. Catabolic pathways C. Fermentation process D. Thermodynamic pathways E. Bio energetic pathways Answer: B Learn More : Share this Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterPlus on Google+