noun
- An enzyme that catalyzes the rearrangement of atoms within a molecule to form an isomer.
Usage: biochemistry; technical
Examples
- Isomerase enzymes play a crucial role in metabolic pathways by converting molecules into their isomeric forms.
- Glucose isomerase is used industrially to convert glucose into fructose for sweetener production.
- The enzyme triose phosphate isomerase catalyzes a key step in glycolysis.
- Different types of isomerases are classified based on the type of rearrangement they catalyze.
- Isomerase activity is essential for the proper functioning of cellular metabolism.