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Lysosomes Quiz

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What is the primary function of a lysosome?

  • Producing energy for the cell
  • Regulating cell growth
  • Breaking down cellular waste and debris (correct)
  • Storing genetic material
  • What happens if the lysosome malfunctions?

  • Increased energy production in the cell
  • Enhanced genetic material storage
  • Cellular waste accumulates, leading to cell damage (correct)
  • Improved cell growth regulation
  • Which organelle contains enzymes for digestion within the cell?

  • Golgi apparatus
  • Endoplasmic reticulum
  • Mitochondria
  • Lysosome (correct)
  • Study Notes

    Lysosomes

    • The primary function of a lysosome is to break down and recycle cellular waste and foreign substances, such as bacteria and dead cell parts, through a process of cellular digestion.
    • If a lysosome malfunctions, it can lead to cellular damage and various diseases, as the accumulation of waste and toxins can disrupt normal cellular functions.
    • Lysosomes contain enzymes for digestion within the cell, responsible for degrading and recycling molecules.

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    Test your knowledge of lysosomes with this informative quiz. Learn about the primary function of lysosomes, identify the organelle containing enzymes for digestion, and explore the consequences of lysosome malfunction.

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