What are Some Key Reactions Facilitated by Catalysis?
Several key reactions in prebiotic synthesis are facilitated by catalysis:
Formation of Amino Acids: Catalysis can aid in the synthesis of amino acids from simpler precursors such as hydrogen cyanide (HCN) and ammonia (NH3). Nucleotide Synthesis: Catalysts can facilitate the formation of nucleotides, which are the building blocks of RNA and DNA. Polymerization Reactions: Catalysis can accelerate the formation of polymers such as peptides and nucleic acids from monomers.
