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Lysosomes are sometimes called the 'SUICIDE BAGS' of the cell because they:
ACarry only oxygen for cellular respiration
BSynthesise destructive proteins in the cytoplasm
CStore energy mainly in the form of ATP molecules
DContain hydrolytic enzymes that digest cell parts
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Contain hydrolytic enzymes that digest cell parts
Lysosomes contain ~50 HYDROLYTIC ENZYMES (acid hydrolases) active at pH 5. They digest worn organelles, ingested matter, defend against pathogens. If membrane bursts (e.g., on cell death), enzymes leak + digest the cell from within = 'suicide bag'.
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