Catalaselike
Catalaselike refers to a class of compounds that exhibit structural and chemical properties similar to those of catalase, an enzyme found in living organisms. Catalase is known for its ability to decompose hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, a process that helps protect cells from the harmful effects of peroxide. Catalaselike compounds mimic this catalytic activity, often used in various applications such as environmental remediation, industrial processes, and medical treatments.
These compounds are typically synthetic and designed to replicate the active site of catalase, which contains
Catalaselike compounds have several potential applications. In environmental science, they can be used to degrade environmental
Despite their promising applications, the development of catalaselike compounds is still an active area of research.