Question

Which statement explains the function of a lysosome?



A.
A lysosome produces ATP during the process of aerobic respiration.

B.
A lysosome reads RNA sequences to assemble proteins from amino acids.

C.
A lysosome breaks down and removes damaged macromolecules and other wastes from the cell.

D.
A lysosome modifies and sorts macromolecules like proteins and lipids as they pass through the cytoplasm.

Answer 1

C. A lysosome breaks down and removes damaged macromolecules and other wastes from the cell.

Explanation: Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes that digest macromolecules, worn-out organelles, and cellular debris. (Mitochondria produce ATP, ribosomes synthesize proteins, and the Golgi apparatus modifies and sorts proteins and lipids.)