Which statement correctly describes microbodies?

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Which statement correctly describes microbodies?

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They are non-membrane-bound granules found only in prokaryotic cells. They are double-membrane-bound organelles containing 70S ribosomes. They are cylindrical structures that form spindle fibres in animal cells. They are minute membrane-bound vesicles containing various enzymes in plant and animal cells. Correct

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Microbodies are minute membrane-bound vesicles that contain various enzymes. They occur in both plant and animal cells.

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