Enzymes

**:** any of numerous complex proteins that are produced by living cells and catalyze specific biochemical reactions at body temperatures

 * Occur in chemical reactions
 * Consist of protein or cofactor


 * Functions:**
 * In mouth and stomach to digest food
 * Dissolves food into smaller particles
 * Allows nutrients to be absorbed
 * Doesn't allow gas and bacteria to build up


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