- A Equal partitioning of cytoplasm and organelles between two daughter cells
- B Self-digestion of organelles by lysosomes
- C Unwinding and copying of the genome ahead of mitotic division
- D Secretion of newly synthesized proteins out of the cell via vesicle fusion
Correct answer: B. Self-digestion of organelles by lysosomes
Explanation: Autophagy: worn-out organelles or cytoplasmic components are enclosed in autophagosomes, then fused with lysosomes for degradation.
Concept context
Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.