"peroxisome" meaning in English

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Noun

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  1. (cytology) An intracellular organelle found in all eukaryotes (except Archezoa) which is the source of the enzymes that catalyze the production and breakdown of hydrogen peroxide, and are responsible for the oxidation of long-chain fatty acids. Wikipedia link: peroxisome Categories (topical): Cytology Synonyms: microbody Derived forms: peroxisomal

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