What are the main functions of lysosomes?
GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Lysosomes perform several critical functions: (1) Intracellular digestion – breaking down food particles and foreign materials engulfed by the cell, (2) Autophagy – removing and recycling damaged or worn-out cell organelles, (3) Defense mechanism – destroying bacteria and viruses that invade the cell, and (4) Cellular waste removal – digesting and eliminating metabolic waste products. These functions make lysosomes essential for cellular maintenance and protection.
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