The organelle that contains catalase and peroxidase enzymes is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The organelle that contains catalase and peroxidase enzymes is the:
A. Mitochondria
B. Lysosome
C. Golgi apparatus
D. Peroxisome
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Peroxisomes are single-membrane organelles containing oxidative enzymes like catalase and urate oxidase. They break down fatty acids via β-oxidation and detoxify hydrogen peroxide. Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes, mitochondria energy, Golgi packaging. Peroxisomes are abundant in liver and kidney cells.

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