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Mike-Anosike E. E.

Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

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Research Article Vol. 37, Issue 2

Isolation and Screening of Linamarase Producing Microorganisms for Detoxification of Cyanide in Cassava

Benjamin C. I*, Braide, Wesley, Okorondu S. I., Mike-Anosike E. E.

This research focuses on isolation and screening of linamarase producing microorganisms for detoxification of cyanide in cassava tubers. Linamarase is the enzyme that breaks down the toxic substance, linamarin (cyanogenic glucoside) in cassava. A total of six microorganisms were isolated and screened. Out of the six isolates, two were able to grow ...

Dec, 2023 Vol. 37, Issue 2
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