The first step in catabolism of lactose by the bacteria is ________________ of a linkage bond.

The first step in catabolism of lactose by the bacteria is ________________ of a linkage bond. Correct Answer hydrolysis

The two sugars, glucose and galactose are linked through a β-galactosidase linkage. The first step in lactose catabolism is the hydrolysis of this linkage by the bacterial enzyme β-galactosidase.

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