Background: Arabinanases are key enzymes involved in hemicellulose degradation. Results: Crystallographic, mutational, and biochemical assays of three arabinanases reveal the molecular mechanisms governing their catalysis and activation. Conclusion: Accessory domain and metal ion are essential for catalysis. Structural adaptations in the catalytic interface confer unique action modes to ruminal arabinanases. Significance: This work provides new molecular strategies for arabinan hydrolysis.
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