Description
Chlorophyllase has been found in higher plants, diatoms, and in the green algae Chlorella. This enzyme forms part of the chlorophyll degradation pathway and is thought to take part in de-greening processes such as fruit ripening, leaf senescence and flowering, as well as in the turnover and homeostasis of chlorophyll. This enzyme acts preferentially on chlorophyll a but will also accept chlorophyll b and pheophytins as substrates. Ethylene and methyl jasmonate, which are known to accelerate senescence in many species, can enhance the activity of the hormone-inducible form of this enzyme.
Enzyme Commission Number
EC 3.1.1.14
Molecular Weight
35.7 kDa
Unit Definition
One unit was defined as the amount of enzyme necessary to catalyze the production of 1 µmole of chlorophyllide per minute.
Storage
Store it under sterile conditions at -20 to -80 ºC. It is recommended that the protein be aliquoted for optimal storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Reaction
chlorophyll + H2O = phytol + chlorophyllide
Notes
This item requires custom production and lead time is between 5-9 weeks. We can custom produce according to your specifications.
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