Chitinolytic in biology

Today, we embark on a journey to explore the realm of chitin, an abundant polysaccharide found in nature. Chitin, akin to cellulose, is a vital structural component in the exoskeletons of arthropods, the cell walls of fungi, and even the beaks of cephalopods. However, its resilience poses a challenge for degradation. Enter chitinolytic organisms, nature's solution to this conundrum.