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The fungal cells can be lysed by using ______ enzyme.(a) lysozyme(b) cellulase(c) chitinase(d) lipaseI got this question by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.Enquiry is from Biotechnology topic in division Biotechnology Principles and Processes of Biology – Class 12

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Right OPTION is (c) chitinase

To explain I would say: The fungal CELL wall consists of CHITIN as the major component. Chitinase is the enzyme used for the BREAKDOWN of chitin. This enzyme breaks down the glycosidic bonds present in the chitin. This enzyme is usually PRODUCED by higher plants for their protection.



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