Question

What is the difference between a lysosome and a peroxisome?

Answer 1

Lysosome and Peroxisome:

1. Lysosomes are membrane-enclosed organelles that contain a variety of enzymes that can break down a wide range of biological polymers, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.
2. Peroxisomes are small membrane-enclosed organelles that contain enzymes involved in a wide range of metabolic activities, including energy metabolism.

Lysosome	Peroxisome
1. Comparatively large.	1. ,Comparatively small
2. Contains enzymes to digest food, and wastes, invade bacteria and break down old organelle.	2. Enzymes in peroxisomes are oxidases that catalyze redox reactions.
3. Found in animals.	3. Found in eukaryotes.
4. Involved in endocytosis, autophagy, and phagocytosis.	4. Involved in the biosynthesis of lipids and photorespiration.