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85. The biochemical nature of the enzyme catalase, which resides inside the peroxisomes of both plant and animal cells, is a

A. Structural lipid matrix
B. Conjugated globular protein (enzyme)
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C. Unbranched homopolysaccharide
D. Single-stranded ribozyme

📝 Explanation

Catalase is a tetrameric protein enzyme containing four heme groups, optimized to break down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.

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  • Structural lipid matrix
  • Conjugated globular protein (enzyme)
  • Unbranched homopolysaccharide
  • Single-stranded ribozyme

Catalase is a tetrameric protein enzyme containing four heme groups, optimized to break down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.

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