This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Cellular Pathology, Subject name: Pathology
Function of Peroxisomes is? 
Select and explain. 
A. Protein synthesis, B. Carbohydrate metabolism, C. Generating H2O2, D. DNA replication
C: Generating H2O2
Answer: C: Generating H2O2 
Explanation: Ans. (c) Generating H2 O2 (Ref: Robbins 9th/ pg 6-7)Functions of some important cell organelles:*Lysosomes:*Digestion Q of proteins, polysaccharides, lipids, nucleic acids*Proteasomes:#Selectively chews up denatured proteins, releasing peptides Q*Peroxisomes:#Breakdown of fatty acids, Q generating hydrogen peroxide