Question

Why are lysosomes called the suicidal bags of cells?

• A. Lysosomes contain hydrosynthetic enzymes.
• B. Lysosomes help in generation of energy.
• C. Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes.
• D. Lysosomes help in generation of ATP.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes.
Lysosomes are known as the suicidal bags of cells because they contain hydrolytic enzymes. If a cell is damaged, the lysosomes undergo autolysis and burst open. This results in the release of these hydrolytic enzymes. The released enzymes then digest the cell and ultimately the cell dies. Hence, they are called the suicidal bags of cells.