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What are the function(s) of the lysosome?

Answer 1

They are known as the suicidal bags of the cell.

Lysosomes break down other substances or cell organelles that the cell has taken in, as well as aid in the digestion of certain food substances. They do this by breaking down pathogens and destroying themselves in the process.

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Answer 2

Sebastian Alvarado

The lysosome is involved in energy metabolism, cell signaling, cell membrane repair, and intracellular digestion and waste removal.

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