The presence of enzymes to catalyze bioreactions in our bodies allows ________.

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Enzymes allow bioreactions to occur under mild conditions, which is essential for the biochemical processes to happen in our bodies. Without enzymes, bioreactions would require extreme conditions of temperature and pH, which would not be compatible with life. Enzymes lower the activation energy of a reaction and increase its rate, allowing bioreactions to occur efficiently. However, enzymes cannot enable us to eat non-nutritious substances without consequences or slow down the rate of desired chemical reactions.

The Presence of Enzymes to Catalyze Bioreactions in Our Bodies