Question

cell explorer: the animal cell
lysosomes
as a pilot, you should avoid lysosomes. why?
a. lysosomes digest invaders and other materials with enzymes.
b. lysosomes will transport substances out of the cell.
c. lysosomes will steal energy from invaders and other substances.
d. lysosomes will produce toxins that poison the cell.
lysosome
the lysosome
destroys the virus!

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Lysosomes are known as "suicide bags" of the cell and contain hydrolytic enzymes to digest invaders (like viruses) and other materials. This matches their function.
• Option B: Transporting substances out of the cell is done by structures like the cell membrane or vesicles, not lysosomes. Eliminate B.
• Option C: Lysosomes do not "steal energy"—they digest materials, not extract energy. Eliminate C.
• Option D: Lysosomes do not produce toxins; they use enzymes to digest. Eliminate D.

Answer:

A. Lysosomes digest invaders and other materials with enzymes.