Question

What are the two functions of lysosomes?

Answer 1

Lysosomes:

1. The membrane-bound organelles that contain hydrolytic enzymes which can break down biological polymers are known as lysosomes.
2. These enzymes in lysosomes can break down proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and carbohydrates.
3. Lysosomes act as the digestive system of the cell.
4. Lysosomes are also known as suicidal bags.

Functions of lysosomes:

1. The main function of lysosomes is digestion and waste removal.
2. Lysosomes keep cells clean by digesting and breaking the bacteria or food entering the cell or worn-out cell organelles into small pieces.