Question

Which cell organelle helps in digestion of young bodies and worn out cell parts?

Answer 1

The cell organelle that helps in the digestion of young bodies and worn out cell parts is Lysosomes. Lysosomes are single membrane bound cell organelles that contain hydrolytic enzymes. These are also known as suicidal bags of the cell. When lysosomal enzymes are released, they hydrolyse the extracellular material. They also take part in intracellular digestion by autophagy and heterophagy. Hence, they can digest the worn out cell parts.