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  • Catalase: The Enzyme That Breaks Down Hydrogen Peroxide
    The enzyme that converts hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen is catalase.

    Here's the reaction:

    2 H₂O₂ → 2 H₂O + O₂

    Catalase is found in nearly all living organisms exposed to oxygen, including animals, plants, and bacteria. It plays a crucial role in protecting cells from the damaging effects of hydrogen peroxide, which is a byproduct of many metabolic processes.

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