How Do Peroxisomes Contribute to Catalytic Processes?
Peroxisomes are involved in the catabolism of very long-chain fatty acids through beta-oxidation. They also play a role in the detoxification of hydrogen peroxide, a byproduct of various metabolic reactions. Enzymes such as catalase within peroxisomes catalyze the conversion of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, protecting the cell from oxidative damage.
