Question

The fungal cells can be lysed by using ______ enzyme.

• A. lysozyme
• B. cellulase
• C. chitinase
• D. lipase

Answer 1

Answer:

C. chitinase

• 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.