Are peroxisomes membrane-bound organelles

Yes, peroxisomes are membrane-bound organelles enclosed by a single lipid bilayer membrane. This membrane segregates the oxidative enzymes and reactive metabolites like hydrogen peroxide inside the organelle, thereby protecting the rest of the cell from potential damage. The peroxisomal membrane contains specific transport proteins that regulate the import of enzymes and metabolites, maintaining the organelle’s unique biochemical environment essential for its diverse metabolic functions.