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Question
Lysosomes contain enzymes, whereas Peroxisomes contain enzymes: A. hydrolytic and oxidative, respectively B. oxidative and hydrolytic, respectively C. catalytic and oxidative, respectively D. All options are correct
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes (hydrolases) that break down molecules by adding water. Peroxisomes contain oxidative enzymes (oxidases and catalase) that use oxygen for reactions, often producing and then breaking down hydrogen peroxide (H2O2).
Hint
Lysosomes use water for breakdown (hydro-), peroxisomes use oxygen for reactions (oxi-).