Question

Which of the following are the functions of the lysosome?

• A. Break down bacteria that may enter the cell
• B. Clean out damaged structures
• C. Plasma membrane repair
• D. Energy metabolism

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A

Break down bacteria that may enter the cell

B

Clean out damaged structures

C

Plasma membrane repair

D

Energy metabolism

The lysosomes act as the waste disposal system of the cell by digesting unwanted materials in the cytoplasm, both from outside the cell and components inside the cell. Besides, recent research has shown that the lysosome is involved in various cell processes, including secretion, plasma membrane repair, cell signalling, and energy metabolism.