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Explain how pectinase is utilized in the production of fruit juice.

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Explain how pectinase is utilized in the production of fruit juice

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Use of Pectinase in Fruit Juice Production

Pectinase is an enzyme used to break down pectin in fruit cell walls during juice production.

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    Describe how pectinase helps in the production of fruit juice.

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