Question

you have identified a new genetic disease that disrupts lysosome functioning. which of the following symptoms are you most likely to find if you examine the cells of an individual with this disease?
a. an increase in endocytosis.
b. an increase in damaged organelles.
c. an absence of vesicle traffic.
d. an increase in the hydrolysis of macromolecules.

Explanation:

Lysosomes are responsible for breaking down damaged organelles and macromolecules through hydrolysis. When lysosome - functioning is disrupted, damaged organelles cannot be properly degraded, leading to an increase in their number. Endocytosis is not directly affected by lysosome malfunction. Vesicle traffic is also not the most immediate consequence. And a disruption in lysosomes would lead to a decrease, not an increase, in the hydrolysis of macromolecules.

Answer:

B. An increase in damaged organelles.