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Lysosomes were first seen and named by

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De Duve
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Palade
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Novikoff
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Robertson
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Solution

The correct option is B De Duve
  • Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles which contain digestive enzymes that digest excess or worn out organelles, food particles, engulfed viruses or bacteria and macromolecules.
  • It helps in digestion and waste removal within a cell.
  • It was first discovered and named by a Belgian biochemist called Christian de Duve in the year 1955.
  • It was observed under an electron microscope by Novikoff in the year 1956.
  • So, the correct answer is 'De Duve'.

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