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Metabolism, ATP, and Enzymes Unveiled

Uncover the science of metabolism, from energy-releasing and storing pathways to the thermodynamic principles that drive life processes. Learn how ATP powers cellular functions like muscle contractions, and discover how enzymes act as nature’s catalysts, regulating biochemical reactions with precision. This episode brings together the fundamentals of life’s energy systems with intuitive analogies and real-world examples.