Properties
Description
β-Glucosidase from Aspergillus niger is responsible for hydrolyzing the glycosidic bonds of cellobiose to give rise to glucose, which is crucial for the effective use of cellulose.
Unit Definition
One unit of β-Glucosidase activity is defined as the amount of enzyme required to release one µmole of p-nitrophenol from p-nitrophenyl β-glucoside per minute at 40°C and pH 4.0.
Applications
β-Glucosidase from Aspergillus niger can be used in carbohydrate research and biofuel industries.
