lyases
Pronunciation: [ˈlaɪ.i.əʊs]
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Context: "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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