In plants the pectin naturally functions as a "glue" to hold the cell wall together and also to "glue" cells together (the middle lamella, the bit between neighbouring cells is rich in pectin so) degrading the pectin enzymatically also makes it easier to digest the cellulose and other molecules as well as releasing water (juice). ...

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