Multiple Choice
In eukaryotic cells, which organelle contains acid hydrolase digestive enzymes that break down macromolecules as part of lysosomal and degradation pathways?
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13. Intracellular Protein Transport
Lysosomal and Degradation Pathways
Multiple Choice
In eukaryotic cells, which organelle contains acid hydrolase digestive enzymes used to degrade macromolecules and damaged organelles?
A
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
B
Peroxisome
C
Lysosome
D
Golgi apparatus
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the function of each organelle listed: the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum is involved in lipid synthesis and detoxification, the Peroxisome breaks down fatty acids and detoxifies harmful substances, the Golgi Apparatus modifies and sorts proteins and lipids.
Recall that acid hydrolase digestive enzymes are specialized enzymes that function optimally at acidic pH and are responsible for breaking down macromolecules such as proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids.
Identify the organelle that contains these acid hydrolase enzymes and is responsible for degrading macromolecules and damaged organelles within the cell.
Recognize that the Lysosome is the organelle containing acid hydrolase enzymes and serves as the cell's digestive system, breaking down waste materials and cellular debris.
Conclude that among the options given, the Lysosome is the correct organelle that contains acid hydrolase digestive enzymes used to degrade macromolecules and damaged organelles.
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