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Cellulase activity is typically measured by quantifying the amount of reducing sugars released from a cellulose substrate, such as carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), using a colorimetric assay like the dinitrosalicylic acid (DNS) method. Alternatively, enzyme activity can also be assessed by monitoring the decrease in substrate concentration over time using techniques like HPLC or spectrophotometry.

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It is Cellulose.


Is a measure of how often you perform an activity?

The measure of how often you perform an activity is the frequency.


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What is cellulase made of?

Cellulase is an enzyme made up of a complex of proteins that helps break down cellulose, a polysaccharide found in plant cell walls. It is produced by certain fungi, bacteria, and protozoans and is essential for the digestion of cellulose-rich materials.


What is the pH for cellulase?

pH 7


What temperature does cellulase work best at?

Cellulase breaks down cellulose found in plants and a cow's rumen has a temperature of around 104 F.


Where is the enzyme cellulase located in the body?

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What is a measure of how often you perform an activity?

Frequency is a measure of how often an activity is performed. It can be daily, weekly, monthly, etc. and helps determine the regularity of the activity.


How do you obtain cellulase?

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What helps a termite eat wood?

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