What are Some Examples of Enzymatic Catalysis in Cells?
Several critical cellular processes rely on enzymatic catalysis: - Glycolysis: This is the breakdown of glucose into pyruvate, generating ATP. Enzymes like hexokinase and pyruvate kinase play vital roles. - DNA Replication: DNA polymerases catalyze the formation of DNA strands from nucleotides. - Protein Synthesis: Ribosomes act as molecular machines that catalyze the formation of peptide bonds between amino acids.
