Enzymes are biological catalysts that accelerate chemical reactions without being consumed. They achieve this by lowering the activation energy of reactions. The document discusses the definition, mechanism of action, classification, and properties of enzymes. It also examines factors that affect enzyme activity such as temperature, pH, and inhibitors. Important clinical enzymes are mentioned for diagnosing conditions like heart attacks and liver disease. Key applications of enzymes include disease diagnosis, therapeutics, and use in laboratory reactions.