M.Sc. (Chemistry), Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India
JournalPIJST
Volume / Issue2 / 5
Pages48–56
Published31 May 2025
Paper IDPIJST25M25005
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Abstract
Thermodynamics plays a crucial role in understanding and explaining the mechanisms of biochemical reactions, which are essential for life processes. The application of thermodynamic principles helps in analyzing the energy transformations, spontaneity, and equilibrium states involved in biochemical systems. This paper discusses the significance of thermodynamic concepts such as Gibbs free energy, enthalpy, entropy, and their relationships in biochemical reactions. The influence of temperature, pressure, and concentration on these reactions is also explored, highlighting how they govern metabolic pathways and enzyme catalysis. Additionally, the paper examines the role of coupled reactions in maintaining energy balance within cells and the efficiency of biological processes. By integrating thermodynamic principles with biochemical reaction pathways, the paper provides insights into how living organisms optimize energy usage and maintain homeostasis. Understanding these principles is fundamental for advancements in fields such as bioengineering, drug design, and metabolic disease treatment.
Rukmani Singh (2025). The Role of Thermodynamics in Biochemical Reactions. Procedure International Journal of Science and Technology, 2(5), 48–56. https://www.pijst.com/article/pijst25m25005/the-role-of-thermodynamics-in-biochemical-reactions
Rukmani Singh. “The Role of Thermodynamics in Biochemical Reactions.” Procedure International Journal of Science and Technology, vol. 2, no. 5, 2025, pp. 48–56. https://www.pijst.com/article/pijst25m25005/the-role-of-thermodynamics-in-biochemical-reactions
Rukmani Singh. “The Role of Thermodynamics in Biochemical Reactions.” Procedure International Journal of Science and Technology 2, no. 5 (2025): 48–56. https://www.pijst.com/article/pijst25m25005/the-role-of-thermodynamics-in-biochemical-reactions
Rukmani Singh (2025) ‘The Role of Thermodynamics in Biochemical Reactions’, Procedure International Journal of Science and Technology, 2(5), pp. 48–56. Available at: https://www.pijst.com/article/pijst25m25005/the-role-of-thermodynamics-in-biochemical-reactions.
Rukmani Singh, “The Role of Thermodynamics in Biochemical Reactions,” Procedure International Journal of Science and Technology, vol. 2, no. 5, pp. 48–56, 2025. https://www.pijst.com/article/pijst25m25005/the-role-of-thermodynamics-in-biochemical-reactions.
Rukmani Singh. The Role of Thermodynamics in Biochemical Reactions. Procedure International Journal of Science and Technology. 2025;2(5):48–56. https://www.pijst.com/article/pijst25m25005/the-role-of-thermodynamics-in-biochemical-reactions.
Rukmani Singh. The Role of Thermodynamics in Biochemical Reactions. Procedure International Journal of Science and Technology 2025, 2 (5), 48–56. https://www.pijst.com/article/pijst25m25005/the-role-of-thermodynamics-in-biochemical-reactions.
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