Autophagy Is the Controlled Destruction of Cell Components

question 60

Multiple Choice

Autophagy is the controlled destruction of cell components.This process takes place in lysosomes because

• A) it allows for controlled destruction without destroying all cell components.
• B) lysosomes are the only organelles containing enzymes.
• C) it ensures that cells undergo programmed cell death following autophagy.
• D) cells would otherwise not have enough energy to function.
• E) organelles can then be rebuilt from their component macromolecules.

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