👉 In organic chemistry, a hydrolyzable compound is one that can be broken down by enzymes or other hydrolyzing agents. These compounds are typically found in biological systems and play important roles in reactions that involve water (H2O). Examples of hydrolyzable compounds include proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates. In the context of organic chemistry, a hydrolyzable compound is often used to describe a molecule that can be broken down by an enzyme or
