Peroxisomes

question 45

Multiple Choice

Peroxisomes

• A) use an enzyme to destroy H₂O₂ that is toxic to the cell.
• B) are a type of lysosome.
• C) are responsible for the atrophy of unused muscles.
• D) are sites for synthesis of fatty acids, steroids, and phospholipids.
• E) All of the answers accurately describe peroxisomes.

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