What is the mode of action of phytase?
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Phytate, a major phosphorus storage compound in plants, can account for up to 90% of the total phosphorus in certain seeds and grains, yet it is largely indigestible for monogastric animals. To solve this, the mode of action of phytase, an enzyme that breaks down phytic acid, is harnessed to increase nutrient availability and reduce environmental pollution.
