(B) Glyoxysomes are specialized peroxisomes found in germinating seeds that convert stored fats into sugars. They are abundant in the endosperm of oil

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Glyoxysomes are numerous in the endosperm of wheat.

(B) Glyoxysomes are specialized peroxisomes found in germinating seeds that convert stored fats into sugars. They are abundant in the endosperm of oil-rich seeds like castor,peanuts,and sunflower,not in wheat (which is a starchy endosperm). Therefore,the statement in option $B$ is incorrect.

Class 11 Biology Cell: The Unit of Life Vacuoles and Microbodies

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All the following statements are correct,except:

A
Peroxisomes are quite common in photosynthetic cells. Their number can be $70-100$ per mesophyll cell,where they interact with mitochondria and chloroplasts to take part in photorespiration.
B
Glyoxysomes are numerous in the endosperm of wheat.
C
The $ER$-bound ribosomes synthesize secretory,membrane,and lysosomal proteins.
D
Ribosomes,when associated with $ER$,are attached with their $60S$ subunit.