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lyases

Prononciation : [ˈlaɪ.i.əʊs]

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Contexte : « biochemistry »

(noun) Lyases are special types of enzymes that help break down large molecules in living things. They don't use water like some other enzymes; instead, they can take away parts of a molecule to make smaller pieces.

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Lyases play an important role in breaking down sugars during digestion.

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Without lyases, the body would struggle to break down certain nutrients effectively.

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Can you name some functions of lyases in the body?

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