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what is peroxisomes plz help

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Peroxisomes are the cell

organelles which help in the promotion of "Gluconeogenesis" in organisms.

Extra Information :-

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  • Peroxisomes were discovered by the scientists - "Tolbert" and "Yamazaki" in the year 1969.

  • Peroxisomes are either round or oval in shape.

  • Peroxisomes have a diameter ranging between 0.1 to 0.5 micrometre.

  • Peroxisomes are bounded by a single membrane.

  • Peroxisomes contain the enzymes which are responsible for the process of "Peroxide Biosynthesis".

  • Peroxisomes act as a shield which protects the cell from the toxic effects of H₂O₂.

  • Peroxisomes contain oxidising enzymes.

  • The peroxisomes in the mesophyll cells of leaves, play a very important role in the process of "Photorespiration".
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