Enzyme Mechanism

An enzyme mechanism refers to how enzymes facilitate chemical reactions. Enzymes are biological catalysts that lower the energy barrier, making reactions faster and more efficient. They achieve this by binding to specific molecules called substrates, aligning them in the optimal way to react. The enzyme may temporarily change shape to stabilize transition states or bring reactants close together. After the reaction, the enzyme releases the products unchanged, ready to catalyze more reactions. This process is essential for biological functions, ensuring reactions occur quickly and precisely within living organisms.