Question

Why is the lysosome important?

Answer 1

Lysosome

1. Lysosomes are sphere-shaped cell organelles that can break down a wide range of compounds.
2. They are found in eukaryotic animal cells.
3. They are also called suicidal sacs of the cell. .
4. Lysosomes have the unique role of breaking down cellular wastes and debris by enveloping them with hydrolytic enzymes.
5. Lysosomes play a role in a variety of cellular activities.
6. Excess or worn-out cell parts are broken down by them.
7. They could be utilised to kill viruses and bacteria that have infiltrated the system.
8. If a cell is injured beyond repair, lysosomes can assist it to self-destruct through a process known as apoptosis, or programmed cell death.