Laccase

**Definition:** A copper-containing oxidoreductase enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of 4-benzenediol to 4-benzosemiquinone. It also has activity towards a variety of O-quinols and P-quinols. It primarily found in FUNGI and is involved in LIGNIN degradation, pigment biosynthesis and detoxification of lignin-derived products.

**Tree numbers:** - D08.811.682.494

**Synonyms:** - p-Diphenol Oxidase - Urishiol Oxidase