Acetate Kinase

**Definition:** An enzyme that catalyzes reversibly the phosphorylation of acetate in the presence of a divalent cation and ATP with the formation of acetylphosphate and ADP. It is important in the glycolysis process. EC 2.7.2.1.

**Tree numbers:** - D08.811.913.696.630.025

**Synonyms:** - Acetokinase