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Why are lysosomes known as suicide bags?


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If the cell's organization or function is invaded by foreign materials and gets destroyed due to physical or chemical factors, then the lysosomes bursts and the stored enzymes inside lysosomes digests these invaded cells.

As the lysosomes breaks down excess worn out cell parts, hence they are known as suicide bags.

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