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The character 酶 is a phono-semantic compound, combining the semantic component 酉, which historically denotes a vessel and is associated with fermentation and brewing, with the phonetic component 每 (měi) which suggests its pronunciation. Its traditional form is identical to its simplified form. Originally, the character was used in a general sense related to fermentation, but its meaning later specialized to refer specifically to the biological catalysts now known as enzymes, aligning with the modern scientific understanding of these proteins.
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酶帮助消化食物。
人体内有多种酶。
酶可以加速化学反应。
洗衣粉中含有酶。
酶的活性受温度影响。
科学家利用酶生产药物。
酶工程是生物技术的重要领域。
这种酶能特异性分解底物。