Definition

A type of enzyme that helps change inulin into fructose, which is a sugar.

Example

Inulase is used in the food industry to produce sweeter products from inulin.

Conversation

Have you heard about the enzyme called inulase?

Yeah, it's supposed to help convert inulin to fructose, right?

Exactly! I read it can be useful for certain diets.

That sounds interesting; I might look into it more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'inulase' is derived from 'inulin' (a type of carbohydrate found in plants) and '-ase' (a suffix used in biochemistry to denote enzymes). Inulase refers to an enzyme that breaks down inulin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'inulin' as the carbohydrate that 'inulase' helps to break down, and remember that '-ase' indicates it's an enzyme.

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