Which of the following statement is incorrect about Glyoxysomes?
Correct answer: D. They are present throughout the life of a plant, providing energy through the Glyoxylate cycle
- A. They contain enzymes which help in conversion of fatty acids into carbohydrates
- B. They are abundant in soybeans but absent in peas
- C. They are single membranous organelles
- D. They are present throughout the life of a plant, providing energy through the Glyoxylate cycle
Explanation
Glyoxysomes are specialized peroxisomes found in plant cells, particularly in the germinating seeds of plants rich in lipids. They contain enzymes necessary for the glyoxylate cycle, which converts fatty acids into carbohydrates, providing energy for the growing seedling. This function is crucial during the early stages of seed germination, but glyoxysomes are not present throughout the plant's life cycle. They are absent in lipid-poor seeds such as peas. Therefore, the statement that glyoxysomes are present throughout the life of a plant is incorrect, making Option D the correct choice. Options A, B, and C are all true statements about glyoxysomes.
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