202,187 views
40 votes
40 votes
The organelles that break down lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins into

small molecules that can be used by the cell are called *
A. vacuoles
B. lysosomes
C. ribosomes
D. microfilaments

User Hnk
by
3.2k points

1 Answer

16 votes
16 votes
Answer: B
Explanation: Lysosomes are membrane-enclosed organelles that contain an array of enzymes capable of breaking down all types of biological polymers—proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.
User Jan ATAC
by
2.4k points