Strictly speaking, autophagosomes are actually
Correct answer: B. Secondary lysosomes
- A. Primary lysosomes
- B. Secondary lysosomes
- C. Tertiary lysosomes
- D. None of the above
Explanation
Autophagosomes are secondary lysosomes which are formed by fusion of primary lysosome with autophagic vesicles. The process is known as autophagocytosis in which unwanted structures within the cell are engulfed. This process occurs during starvation or it occurs in routine to control number of specific organelles.
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