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Review Papers | Textile Engineering | India | Volume 5 Issue 5, May 2016 | Popularity: 6.2 / 10

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Enzymatic Finishing of Textiles

Khushboo Shrimali, Ela Dedhia

Abstract: Enzymes are generally globular proteins consisting of long linear chains of amino acids that fold to produce a three-dimensional product. Each unique amino acid sequence produces a specific structure possessing unique properties. Enzymes are extremely efficient and highly specific biocatalysts. The primary sources of enzymes for commercial use are animal tissue, plants and microbes. Enzymes are naturally occurring substances and are often not readily available in sufficient quantities for industrial use. Although to facilitate industrial use, desired enzyme can be produced by isolating microbial strains and optimizing the conditions for growth. There is a large number of microorganisms which produce a variety of enzymes (Boyer, 1971, Fersht, 2007).

Keywords: Enzymes, Bio-enzymes, Textile finishing, Textile wet processing

Edition: Volume 5 Issue 5, May 2016

Pages: 674 - 677

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