MDCAT Biology MCQ #1666

In a germinating castor bean seed, which organelle is responsible for converting stored fatty acids into succinate via the glyoxylate cycle?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #1666

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In a germinating castor bean seed, which organelle is responsible for converting stored fatty acids into succinate via the glyoxylate cycle?

    • A) Lysosomes
    • B) Peroxisomes
    • C) Glyoxysomes
    • D) Vacuoles

    Answer: Glyoxysomes

    Explanation: Glyoxysomes convert fatty acids to succinate; peroxisomes are tempting but primarily handle photorespiration and detoxification.