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Which of the following serves as the cell's digestive system, serving both to degrade material taken from outside the cell and to digest the undigested components of the cell? |
Ribosomes Lysosomes Smooth endoplasmic reticulum Cytosol |
Lysosomes |
The correct answer is Option (2)-Lysosomes Lysosomes serve as the cell's digestive system. They contain enzymes that help degrade materials taken from outside the cell and digest the undigested components of the cell. Lysosomes play a crucial role in cellular waste disposal, breaking down various substances, including cellular debris, damaged organelles, and foreign particles. This process is essential for maintaining cellular health and recycling components for new cellular activities.
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