chlorophyllase

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What does chlorophyllase mean?

The main enzyme in chlorophyll metabolism; the catalyst for the hydrolysis of chlorophyll to produce chlorophyllide and phytol.

Where does chlorophyllase come from?

From chlorophyll + -ase.

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