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In Biology / High School | 2014-02-23

What kind of molecule is an enzyme?

Why are enzymes important in a cell?

Asked by collazomelanie2

Answer (3)

Enzymes are proteins, and they are important because they catalyze reactions and lower activation energy for reactions without being used up.

Answered by KatieOG | 2024-06-10

An enzyme is a biological molecule. They are essential to sustain life.

Answered by donghitran | 2024-06-10

Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to accelerate biochemical reactions in cells by lowering activation energy. They are essential for various cellular functions, including metabolism and DNA replication. By facilitating these reactions, enzymes play a key role in maintaining life processes.
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Answered by KatieOG | 2025-06-14

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