Hemicellulase vs. Hemicellulose

Hemicellulase vs. Hemicellulose — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Hemicellulase and Hemicellulose

Hemicellulasenoun

(enzyme) Any enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of hemicellulose

Hemicellulosenoun

(carbohydrate) A mixture of several plant polysaccharides, of smaller molecular weight than cellulose, that are soluble in dilute alkali; they are involved in the manufacture of paper, and are used in the production of furfural and ethanol.