alleryStart learning →As per your syllabus, which organelle acts as the 'CLEAN-UP SYSTEM' of the cell — breaking down waste, worn-out organelles, and harmful substances?
ALysosomes
BRibosomes
CVacuoles
DChloroplasts
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Lysosomes
As per your syllabus, lysosomes contain digestive enzymes that break down waste / damaged parts — the cellular 'clean-up'.
The other options have different roles.
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