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Alcohol enzymes, also known as alcohol dehydrogenases (ADH) and other alcohol-metabolizing enzymes, are a class of enzymes that catalyze the conversion of alcohols into aldehydes, ketones, or other compounds. These enzymes are crucial in various biological processes, industrial applications, and environmental technologies. The ability of alcohol enzymes to efficiently break down alcohols has led to their widespread use in the food and beverage industry, biofuel production, and pharmaceutical sectors.

This article explores the science behind alcohol enzymes, their various applications, and the trends driving their growth across industries.

What Are Alcohol Enzymes?

Alcohol enzymes refer to a group of enzymes that are involved in the metabolism of alcohols. The most well-known and widely studied of these enzymes are alcohol dehydrogenases, which catalyze the oxidation of alcohols, typically converting alcohol into aldehydes or ketones. This process is vital in both living organisms (such as humans and microbes) and industrial systems.

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