Question

what organelle contains enzymes that digest worn out parts of cells?
multiple choice
peroxisome
vesicle
lysosome
endoplasmic reticulum

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Peroxisomes: Involved in lipid metabolism and detoxification, not digestion of worn - out cell parts.
• Vesicles: Mainly for transport within the cell, not for digestion.
• Lysosomes: Contain hydrolytic enzymes that break down (digest) worn - out organelles, waste materials, and foreign invaders in the cell.
• Endoplasmic Reticulum: Involved in protein and lipid synthesis, not digestion.

Answer:

C. lysosome