Question

Lysosomes are responsible for:

• A. (a) Protein synthesis
• B. (b) Digestion of organic molecules
• C. (c) Fat synthesis
• D. (d) Fat emulsification

Answer 1

The correct option is B

(b) Digestion of organic molecules

The correct option is (b)

Explanation of the correct option

1. Lysosomes are called the suicidal bags of the cell and contain enzymes which can breakdown the organic molecules in the cell like carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids.
2. This results in cell death and self-digestion and makes the cell get rid of the waste material.
3. This rejuvenates the cell and keep them healthy.

Explanation of the incorrect option

Option (a) Protein synthesis is the function of ribosomes.
Option (c) Fat synthesis is the function of SER; smooth endoplasmic reticulum.

Option (d) Fat emulsification is carried out by bile juice of the liver.

Final answer

Lysosomes are responsible for digestion of organic molecules.