Which organelle is known as the 'suicide bag' of the cell? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which organelle is known as the 'suicide bag' of the cell?
A. Ribosome
B. Peroxisome
C. Golgi apparatus
D. Lysosome
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lysosomes contain hydrolytic enzymes that can digest cellular components and even the whole cell if they burst, a process called autolysis. Hence, they are called suicide bags. They also perform autophagy and phagocytosis. Peroxisomes detoxify peroxides, Golgi modifies proteins, ribosomes synthesize proteins. Lysosomes are formed from the Golgi apparatus.

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