Enzyme Commission

The Enzyme Commission (EC) is a system that classifies enzymes based on the chemical reactions they facilitate. Established by a group of biochemists, it assigns each enzyme a unique four-part numerical code that indicates its specific type of catalytic activity. This classification helps scientists identify, study, and communicate about enzymes consistently. Think of it like a detailed labeling system that describes exactly what each enzyme does in the context of biological processes, making the complex world of enzymes more organized and understandable.