Lysosomes are rich in which type of enzymes? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Lysosomes are rich in which type of enzymes?
A. Hydrolytic enzymes
B. Transferases
C. Isomerases
D. Oxidoreductases
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Lysosomes contain about 40 types of hydrolytic enzymes (hydrolases) like proteases, lipases, nucleases, glycosidases, which digest macromolecules. They function in acidic pH (5.0). Oxidoreductases catalyze oxidation-reduction, transferases transfer groups, isomerases catalyze isomerization. Lysosomes are involved in autophagy, phagocytosis, and programmed cell death. Their rupture leads to autolysis, hence called 'suicide bags'.

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