Hydrogen bonding catalysis

Hydrogen bonding catalysis occurs when certain molecules help speed up a chemical reaction by forming temporary hydrogen bonds with reactants. These bonds stabilize specific structures or transition states during the reaction, lowering the energy needed for the process to proceed. This makes the reaction faster and more efficient without being consumed itself. Think of it as a facilitator that temporarily holds parts of molecules in just the right position, helping them react more easily. This type of catalysis is common in biological systems and some chemical processes, enabling complex reactions to happen smoothly and selectively.