MadSci Network: Biochemistry |
My hypothesis is no because apineapple is a bromeliad. Since fresh pineapple contains bromelain (can't be used in jello because it breaks down the congealing protins) I think it would break down the spongin fibers in the skeleton? But what effect does the sea have on the pineapple? Heating denatures the enzyme(why we can use canned pinapple in jello) but what about brining or pickling it in salt water? Thank you for your help.
Re: Could SpongeBob really live in a pineapple under the sea?
Try the links in the MadSci Library for more information on Biochemistry.