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Which organelle is responsible for the digestion of macromolecules in an animal cell?
Which organelle is responsible for the digestion of macromolecules in an animal cell?
- Mitochondria
- Lysosomes (correct)
- Golgi apparatus
- Endoplasmic reticulum
What is the optimal pH for the activity of lysosomal enzymes?
What is the optimal pH for the activity of lysosomal enzymes?
- Alkaline pH
- Neutral pH
- Slightly acidic pH (correct)
- Acidic pH
Which protein in the lysosomal membrane helps maintain the high internal H+ concentration?
Which protein in the lysosomal membrane helps maintain the high internal H+ concentration?
- V-type H+ ATPase (correct)
- ER-targeted proteins
- Glycosylated integral proteins
- Hydrolytic enzymes
What is the role of highly glycosylated integral proteins in the lysosomal membrane?
What is the role of highly glycosylated integral proteins in the lysosomal membrane?
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Are all lysosomal enzymes involved in anabolic processes?
Are all lysosomal enzymes involved in anabolic processes?
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