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Molecular Science
Chitinase Action Mechanism
Chitinase secreted by Trichoderma degrades chitin in pathogenic fungal cell walls, removing their protective barrier and leading to inhibition or elimination.
Chitinase
EC 3.2.1.14
Hydrolyzes β-1,4 linkages in chitin polymers
β-1,3-Glucanase
Degrades glucan components in fungal cell walls
Protease
Breaks down structural proteins in pathogen hyphae