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What is the primary function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
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To decrease the activation energy of the reaction.
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Enzymes act as catalysts in biochemical reactions, lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur. This allows the reaction to proceed more quickly at physiological temperatures.