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2011-12-21 23:46:49
Lysosomes are called the suicide bags of the cells. they contain digestive enzymes, and break down food, cellular debris and foreign invaders like bacteria.

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2011-12-21 23:33:10
Lysosomes are cellular organelles that contain acid hydrolase enzymes to break down waste materials and cellular debris. They are found in animal cells, while in yeast and plants the same roles are performed by lytic vacuoles.They are frequently nicknamed "suicide-bags" or "suicide-sacs" by cell bio

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2011-12-24 12:40:15
Shams@ hi manju,
Lysosomes are called the suicide bags of the cells. they contain digestive enzymes, and break down food, cellular debris and foreign invaders like bacteria. in the event that the cell is injured beyond repair, or becomes old, the lysosome digests the cell, hence the name 'suicide b

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2011-12-22 10:29:10
Hi Manju, Shiksha is an education portal and provides guidance regarding education and career sector only. If you have any concern then you may post any query regarding that. Thanks!

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2011-12-22 00:54:49
Hi Manju,
Your query is more specific to a particular topic of study instead of any career course or institute, however as your question goes, Lysosomes are cells that contain acid which helps in break down of waste / cellular debris.
All the Best!
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