Glyoxysomes are specialized organelles found primarily in:

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Glyoxysomes are specialized peroxisomes found in the fat-storing cotyledons of germinating seeds. They contain enzymes for the beta-oxidation of fatty acids and the glyoxylate cycle, which converts stored lipids into carbohydrates (gluconeogenesis) to nourish the growing seedling. This metabolic pathway is absent in animal cells. Exam tip: Glyoxysomes eventually transform into chloroplasts as the plant matures.

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