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Cell: The Unit of Life: Applied Cell Biology MCQ

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Applied Cell BiologyHardQuestion 8050

Question

If the hydrolytic enzymes of lysosomes spill widely into the cytoplasm, the most likely result is:
  1. A
    Self-digestion of cell components
    Correct
  2. B
    Instant cell wall formation
  3. C
    Direct DNA replication
  4. D
    Conversion of chromoplasts to chloroplasts

Correct answer

Self-digestion of cell components

Explanation

Lysosomal enzymes can digest cellular material, which is why lysosomes are associated with intracellular digestion.