The enzyme used to treat a plant cell for isolation of DNA is: – Answer & Explanation | CUET Subject PYQ – Dubuddy

The enzyme used to treat a plant cell for isolation of DNA is:

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A
Lysozyme
B
Chitinase
C
Cellulase
D
Ligase
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Cellulase
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Detailed Explanation

Since the DNA is enclosed within the membranes, we have to break the cell open to release DNA along with other macromolecules. This can be achieved by treating the bacterial cells/plant or animal tissue with enzymes such as lysozyme (bacteria), cellulase (plant cells), chitinase (fungus).

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