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Definition:

Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.

Function:

They help in digestion and other body processes by making reactions faster.

Examples:

1. Amylase – breaks starch into sugars.

2. Protease – breaks proteins into amino acids.

3. Lipase – breaks fats into fatty acids and glycerol.

4. Lactase – breaks lactose into glucose and galactose.