Question

Functions of peroxisome​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Peroxisome is a membrane-bound organelle occurring in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells. Peroxisomes play a key role in the oxidation of specific biomolecules. They also contribute to the biosynthesis of membrane lipids known as plasmalogens.

Answer 2

Answer:

• They are involved in many different activities like the degradation of hydrogen peroxide by Catalase.

• For this purpose peroxisomes need significant amount of oxygen.

• Initially many oxidases bind with oxygen and hydrogen to form hydrogen peroxide.

• In the next step Hydrogen peroxide is oxidized by catalase into water and oxygen.

• Peroxide detoxify alcohol from liver cells.

• Peroxisomes execute the ß- oxidation of long chain fatty acids- a major source of energy.