Question

Peroxisome is the microbody of a cell that helps in

• A. Removal of electrons and associated hydrogen
• B. Removal of proton
• C. Conversion of carbohydrate into fat
• D. Conversion of carbohydrate into protein

Answer 1

The correct option is A Removal of electrons and associated hydrogen

• The peroxisome is a single membrane-bound organelle which contains oxidative enzymes and is responsible for lipid production and oxidation reactions within the cell.
  
• It contains the enzyme called catalase.
• Its main function is to catalyze the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen and thus, protects the cell from oxidative damage from reactive oxygen species.
• So, the correct answer is 'Removal of electrons and associated hydrogen'.