Hemicellulase vs. Hemicellulose

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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.