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प्रश्न
Name any two industrially important enzymes.
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उत्तर
- Lipases are used in detergent formulations and are helpful in removing oily stains from the laundry.
- Pectinases and proteases are used as clarifying agents in making commercial fruit and vegetable juices.
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