During mashing in beer making, stepwise heating activates what enzymes to break down carbohydrates and proteins?

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Hydrolases are enzymes that break down carbohydrates and proteins by adding water to break chemical bonds. During mashing, stepwise heating activates hydrolases to break down complex starches into simple sugars that yeast can ferment. Esterases, dehydrogenases, and decarboxylases are not directly involved in carbohydrate and protein breakdown during mashing. Rennet is used in the production of cheese, not beer making.

During Mashing in Beer Making, Stepwise Heating Activates What Enzymes