What is the primary difference between catabolism and anabolism?

Catabolism involves the synthesis of molecules and requires energy, while anabolism involves the breakdown of molecules and releases energy.

Both catabolism and anabolism involve the breakdown of molecules and release energy.

Both catabolism and anabolism involve the synthesis of molecules and require energy.

Catabolism involves the breakdown of molecules and releases energy, while anabolism involves the synthesis of molecules and requires energy.