Question

Match the microbodies to their functions.

• A. Lipid breakdown
• B. Oxidation
• C. Glucose production

Answer 1

Microbodies are classified based on the enzymes found inside the organelle. They are:

1. Peroxisomes: they are usually involved in the oxidation and breakdown of many large molecules. They contain peroxides.
2. Glyoxysomes: these are found in plants and mold and help to convert stored lipids into carbohydrates through different oxidation processes for energy.
3. Glycosomes: they contain enzymes that break-down complex carbohydrate molecules such as glycogen to glucose.