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Upon genetic variation of a cell, the lysosome loses its acidity. Which of the following will not happen?

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Phagocytosis of invading bacteria
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Elevated phosphatase level
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Glycogen degradation
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No major effect
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Solution

The correct option is A Phagocytosis of invading bacteria

Lysosomes are cellular organelles that contain acid hydrolase enzymes that break down waste materials and cellular debris like carbohydrates (glycogen), protein and lipids. They can be described as the stomach of the cell. Lysosomes digest excess or worn-out organelles, food particles, and engulfed viruses or bacteria. The membrane around a lysosome allows the digestive enzymes to work at the pH they require. Lysosomes fuse with autophagic vacuoles (phagosomes) and dispense their enzymes into the autophagic vacuoles, digesting their contents. Lysosomal enzymes are acidic in nature. If cells lose acidity, no more cellular functions can take place. They are frequently nicknamed "suicide bags" or "suicide sacs" by cell biologists due to their autolysis.


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