Catalase | Community Health

Catalase is a crucial enzyme found in nearly all living organisms, responsible for decomposing hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, thereby protecting cells from oxidative damage. With one of the highest turnover numbers among enzymes, catalase plays a vital role in maintaining cellular health. Research by scientists like [[mary-shelley|Mary Shelley]]'s contemporary, [[antonie-van-leeuwenhoek|Antonie van Leeuwenhoek]], laid the groundwork for understanding the importance of enzymes like catalase in cellular biology.