Question:
what is sporopollenin
Answer:
Hi there!
Sporopollenin is a fatty substance formed by the oxidative polymerization of carotenoids. It is one of the most resistant substances known.
It is resistant to:
1. High temperature
2. High acidity and alkalinity
3. Biological degradation, as there is no enzyme known which can digest sporopollenin.
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