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Define enzyme.

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Enzymes are proteins which catalyze physiological reactions.

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Chapter 14: Biomolecules - Short Answer Questions (Type-I)

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SCERT Maharashtra Chemistry [English] 12 Standard HSC
Chapter 14 Biomolecules
Short Answer Questions (Type-I) | Q 6.1

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