Isomerase

Isomerases are a broad class of enzymes that catalyze the conversion of a molecule into one of its isomers, facilitating intramolecular rearrangements where bonds are broken and formed within a single substrate. The product has the same molecular formula as the substrate but differs in bond connectivity or spatial arrangement. This process is essential for various biological pathways, including glycolysis and carbohydrate metabolism. They play critical roles in ensuring correct biomolecular configurations, which are vital for proper biological activity. They participate in key metabolic processes by enabling structural changes necessary for function or further metabolism.

Catalyzes the conversion of a molecule into one of its isomers by facilitating intramolecular rearrangements where bonds are broken and formed within a single substrate.