Why Is It Important That Ectomycorrhizal Fungi (EMF) Have Peptidase

question 8

Multiple Choice

Why is it important that ectomycorrhizal fungi (EMF) have peptidase enzymes?

• A) These enzymes are necessary to break through the tough lignin layers in plants.
• B) These enzymes assist with the breakdown of cellulose.
• C) These enzymes are needed to release nitrogen from dead plant material in colder environments.
• D) These enzymes catalyze the formation of the compounds used during decomposition.

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