cellulase

Noun

Meaning

cellulase (plural cellulases)

(biochemistry) An enzyme that catalyze the cellulolysis (or hydrolysis) of cellulose.

Examples

The major factor that affects the biodegradation duration is the availability of acetylesterase and cellulase enzymes. Source: Internet

The ungulates benefit from the cellulase produced by the bacteria, which facilitates digestion ; the bacteria benefit from having a stable supply of nutrients in the host environment. Source: Internet

They may cover large distances (up to 20 miles) to obtain their food, which they digest with the help of microbes that produce cellulase. Source: Internet

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