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In germinating seeds fatty acids are degraded exclusively in the

1. proplastids
2. glyoxysomes
3. peroxisomes
4. mitochondria

Correct answer: glyoxysomes

Solution

Glyoxysomes are specialized peroxisomes in germinating seeds that contain enzymes for fatty acid beta-oxidation and the glyoxylate cycle. This lets seedlings convert stored lipids into carbohydrates before photosynthesis begins.

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