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GK QUESTION#3713

Which cell organelle is defined as the small round organelle that undergoes oxidation reaction to produce hydrogen peroxide?

  1. ACentrosome
  2. BVacuole
  3. CNucleus
  4. DPeroxisomesCorrect answer
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D. Peroxisomes

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Peroxisomal oxidases can produce hydrogen peroxide during substrate oxidation. Catalase helps break it down. Peroxisomes also participate in processes such as fatty-acid metabolism and plant photorespiration.

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