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what organisms digest cellulose
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Cellulose, the primary component of plant cell walls, is a complex carbohydrate that many organisms cannot digest due to the absence of cellulase, the enzyme required for its breakdown. However, some organisms, including certain bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and even some animals like termites and ruminants (e.g., cows, sheep), have evolved mechanisms to digest cellulose. These organisms either produce cellulase themselves or harbor symbiotic microorganisms in their digestive systems that produce the necessary enzymes. Ruminants, for example, have a specialized stomach chamber, the rumen, where symbiotic microorganisms assist in breaking down cellulose, allowing these animals to extract nutrients from plant material. Similarly, termites rely on microorganisms in their hindguts to process cellulose. This capability is crucial for the recycling of carbon in ecosystems, turning plant material into accessible energy for other organisms and maintaining the balance between carbon dioxide and oxygen in the atmosphere.
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