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Why are lysosomes known as suicide bags?

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Lysosomes are membrane-bound spherical structures which contain hydrolytic (digestive) enzymes. These enzymes are capable of digesting all organic materials, cell organelles and even cells. The membrane of lysosome prevents the enzymes from escaping into the cytoplasm and destroying it. Therefore, lysosomes are also called 'suicidal bags'.

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Lysosomes are also known as "suicide bags" because of

A

catelytic activity

B

hydrolytic activity

C

parasitic activity

D

saprophytic activity

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