8.5.3.3 - Lysosomes
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What is a lysosome?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of lysosomes in digestion.
Name a function of lysosomes.
💡 Hint: Consider how cells manage waste.
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What do lysosomes primarily do?
💡 Hint: Consider where digestion happens in the cell.
True or False: Lysosomes are also known as the powerhouses of the cell.
💡 Hint: Think about the main functions of different organelles.
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Discuss the implications of lysosomal dysfunction on human health. Include at least two specific lysosomal storage disorders.
💡 Hint: Consider how the accumulation of materials can affect organ functions.
Create a diagram to illustrate the process of autophagy and describe its significance in cellular health.
💡 Hint: Think about how recycling works in nature and apply that concept.
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