Lichenase, also known as licheninase, is an enzyme that primarily catalyzes the hydrolysis of lichenin, a polysaccharide found in certain lichens. It belongs to the glycoside hydrolase family and is characterized by its ability to break down β-glucans, which are complex carbohydrates composed of glucose units linked by β-glycosidic bonds. The enzyme operates optimally under specific pH and temperature conditions, which can vary depending on its source, typically from microbial or plant origins. Lichenase plays a significant role in the degradation of lichen-derived polysaccharides, contributing to the carbon cycle in ecosystems where lichens are prevalent. Its applications extend to biotechnology and food industries, where it can be used in processes such as the production of fermentable sugars from plant materials. The CAS number 37288-51-0 uniquely identifies this enzyme in chemical databases, facilitating research and development in various scientific fields.

Lichenase

37288-51-0: Lichenase, also known as licheninase, is an enzyme that primarily catalyzes the hydrolysis of lichenin, a polysaccharide found in certain lichens. It belongs to the glycoside hydrolase family and is characterized by its ability to break down β-glucans, which are complex carbohydrates composed of glucose units linked by β-glycosidic bonds. The enzyme operates optimally under specific pH and temperature conditions, which can vary depending on its source, typically from microbial or plant origins. Lichenase plays a significant role in the degradation of lichen-derived polysaccharides, contributing to the carbon cycle in ecosystems where lichens are prevalent. Its applications extend to biotechnology and food industries, where it can be used in processes such as the production of fermentable sugars from plant materials. The CAS number 37288-51-0 uniquely identifies this enzyme in chemical databases, facilitating research and development in various scientific fields.

Lichenase, an enzyme, breaks down β-glucans in grains into GOS, aiding polysaccharide degradation in cell walls.

CAS 37288-51-0

Lichenase

Lichenase

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