Which of the following descriptions of the function of the organelle is FALSE?
A) Breakdown of phagocytosed bacteria occurs in the peroxisomes.
B) Peptide hormone synthesis occurs in the rough endoplasmic reticulum.
C) Calcium is stored in the smooth endoplasmic reticulum.
D) Oxidative phosphorylation occurs in the mitochondria.
E) Packaging of secretory products into vesicles occurs in the Golgi apparatus.

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The breakdown of phagocytosed bacteria primarily occurs in the lysosomes, not the peroxisomes. Peroxisomes are involved in lipid metabolism and the detoxification of harmful substances.

Which of the Following Descriptions of the Function of the Organelle