Question

Among the following, which is not the function of lysosome?

• A. digestion of food
• B. Help the cell to defend against pathogens
• C. Digest worm out cells
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

Lysosomes break down and digest food particles in a cell. They also help the cell defend itself from pathogens by forming a complex along with the pathogen, called phagosome. They also aid in recycling proteins and digest worn-out cells. Hence, they are called 'suicide bags of cells'.