Lysosomes contain enzymes that are necessary for what?

Biology · College · Wed Jan 13 2021

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Lysosomes are membrane-bound vesicles that contain digestive enzymes, such as glycosidases, proteases and sulfatases. Lysosomal enzymes are synthesized in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), are transported to the Golgi apparatus, and are tagged for lysosomes by the addition of mannose-6-phosphate label.

The main functions of Lysosomes are as follows:

  • Intracellular digestion: 
  • Removal of dead cells: 
  • Role in metamorphosis: 
  • Help in protein synthesis: 
  • Help in fertilization:
  • Role in osteogenesis: 
  • Malfunctioning of lysosomes: 
  • Autolysis in cartilage and bone tissue: