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Which organelle contains digestive enzymes in animal cells?

Answer: Lysosome.

  • A Ribosome
  • B Lysosome
  • C Golgi apparatus
  • D Vacuole

Correct answer: B. Lysosome

Explanation: Lysosomes contain hydrolytic (digestive) enzymes. They digest worn-out organelles and foreign particles.

Labeled diagram of an animal cell showing nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and other organelles

Animal cell structure with major organelles labeled. Image: LadyofHats (Mariana Ruiz), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.

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