Steady state (biochemistry)

In biochemistry, the term "steady state" refers to a condition in which the concentrations of reactants and products in a biological system remain relatively constant over time, despite ongoing processes of metabolism, synthesis, and degradation. This concept is particularly important in enzyme kinetics and cellular metabolism. In a steady-state system: 1. **Rate of Input Equals Rate of Output**: The rate at which substrates are converted into products is equal to the rate at which those products are consumed or converted into other compounds.