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Which of the following is not correctly matched for the organism and its cell wall degrading enzyme?

Correct answer: A. Algae-Methylase

  • A. Algae-Methylase
  • B. Fungi-Chitinase
  • C. Bacteria-Lysozyme
  • D. Plant cells-Cellulase

Explanation

Cell wall of algae is made up of cellulose, pectin and mucilage. These substances cannot be degraded by methylase. Methylase is a type of transferase enzyme that transfers a methyl group from a donor to an acceptor.

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