Which of the following functions to isolate particular chemical activities from the rest of the cell?
A)Peroxisomes
B)Golgi complex
C)Chloroplasts
D)Nucleus
E)Ribosomes

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Peroxisomes are organelles that isolate chemical activities within a cell. They contain enzymes that break down fatty acids and other harmful substances, which would otherwise damage the cell if left unchecked. By separating these activities from the rest of the cell, peroxisomes prevent damage to important cellular components.

Which of the Following Functions to Isolate Particular Chemical Activities