Question

What is the function of lysosome?

• A. Digestion of intracellular debris
• B. Production of energy through photosynthesis
• C. Regulation of transport
• D. Storage of nutrients
• E. Lipid synthesis

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Digestion of intracellular debris

• Lysosomes are single membrane-bound small vesicles containing hydrolyzing enzymes.
• Lysosomes are rich in a variety of hydrolytic enzymes. They are responsible for the digestion of foreign particles, cell debris, and dead or weak cellular component.
• It cleans the cell by digesting unwanted debris or damaged organelles inside the cell.
  

Thus, the correct answer is option 'Digestion of intracellular debris'.