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Molecular Hierarchy of Structure (smallest to largest)
Monomeric units → Macromolecules → Supramolecular complexes → the cell & its organelles
Unfavorable Reactions
Anabolic process
“building” small → big things
Requires energy (endergonic)
Non-spontaneous +G or G>0
Favorable Reactions
Catabolic process
“breaking” big/complex → simple units
Releases energy (exergonic)
Spontaneous -G or G<0
Catalyst
A compound that increases rate of chemical reaction (i.e. enzymes)
Lower activation free energy (G)
Do not alter G
Enzymatic catalysis offers:
Acceleration under mild conditions
High specificity
Possibility for regulation