Functions of lysosomesFunctions of lysosomesThey release enzymes that destroy worn out organelles in

the cell.

Phagocytosis :Phagocytosis :They digest material that has been taken into the cellThey digest material that has been taken into the cellEg. : Eg. : WBC engulf bacteriaWBC engulf bacteria

Exocytosis Exocytosis Lysosomes release their enzymes to outside of cell to Lysosomes release their enzymes to outside of cell to digest other cellsdigest other cells

Autolysis Autolysis They can cause cell to self – destruct.Lysosomes break down They can cause cell to self – destruct.Lysosomes break down to release its enzymes.to release its enzymes.