Enzymatic reactions

Definition

Enzymatic reactions refer to chemical reactions catalyzed by enzymes, which are biological catalysts that speed up chemical processes within living organisms.

Related terms

Substrate:

The specific molecule that an enzyme acts upon during an enzymatic reaction.

Active site: The region on the enzyme where the substrate binds and undergoes a chemical transformation.

Cofactors: Non-protein molecules or ions that assist enzymes in catalyzing reactions effectively.