Chapter 05 The Fundamental Unit of Life Questions-04
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1. Can you name the two organelles we have studied that contain their own genetic material?
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Mitochondria and plastids.
2. If the organisation of a cell is destroyed due to some physical or chemical influence, what will happen?
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The cell will not be able to perform its basic functions and will die after sometime.
3. Why are lysosomes known as suicide bags?
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The lysosomes contain very powerful hydrolytic enzymes which are capable of breaking down organic matter. For example, when a cell gets damaged, then lysosomes burst and enzymes digest their own cell. Hence, the lysosomes are known as ‘suicide bags’ of cells.
4. Where are proteins synthesised inside the cell?
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Ribosomes are the site of protein is synthesis.
