Lactase is an enzyme that is produced in the lining of the intestines. This enzyme helps the body speed up the breakdown of carbohydrates that are found in dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, and cheese. Which general function does lactase perform?

Lactase is an enzyme, and enzymes speed up chemical reactions in the body. By helping break down the carbohydrate in dairy products, lactase helps regulate a chemical process in the body. So its general function is regulating cell processes.

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