Question

Lysosomes are so called as they have

• A. Oxidizing enzymes
• B. Digestive enzymes
• C. Respiratory enzymes
• D. Carboxylating enzymes

Answer 1

The correct option is B Digestive enzymes

• Lysosomes are so called as they have digestive enzymes.
  
• Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles which are capable of breaking down biomolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids.
  
• They contain acid hydrolases or digestive enzymes that digest excess or worn out organelles, food particles, engulfed viruses or bacteria and macromolecules.
• They can also digest or damage its own cell causing the cell death (autolysis).
• So, the correct answer is 'Digestive enzymes'.