NEET BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY IN HUMAN WELFARE

MICROBES IN HUMAN WELFARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The oily stains from laundry can be removed by
A
Lipases
B
Esterase
C
Ligases
D
Endonuclease
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -One of the most widely commercially used enzymes are lipases which dissolve fats and lipids of tough stains, so that the stains can be easily washed away.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lipase enzymes attack stains containing fats and oils by cutting lipid molecules into smaller pieces. These smaller pieces mix more easily with surfactants, boosting the effect of surfactants in detergent and removing greasy stains far more effectively.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lipases are enzymes that digest lipids. When we look at famous detergent brands advertizing their superior stain removal abilities, they are bragging about the action of lipase on digesting oily stains and making clothes sparkle.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lipases and proteases process any remnants of protein, starches, and fats in the clothing, which makes them great for getting rid of grass stains, pasta sauces, hamburger grease, and more.

Detailed explanation-5: -Lipases are used in detergent industries to minimise the use of phosphate-based chemicals in detergent formulations. The use of lipase in household laundry reduces environmental pollution and enhances the ability of detergent to remove tough oil or grease stains.

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