Question

Both lysosomes and vacuoles are endomembrane structures, yet they differ in the terms of their function. comment.

Answer 1

Vacuoles are used to maintain osmoregularity where lysozymes are used to kill bacteria.
lysozymes are found in saliva and tears.

Answer 2

Answer:

• The endomembrane is an intercellular system reponsible for the flow of materials from one to another part through vesciles.
• Some of its components are vacuoles, plasma membrane, endoplasmic reticulum, lysosomes and golgi apparatus.
• Lysosomes are membrane-bound organelles that release lytic enzymes to digest worn-out cells hence they are known as suicidal bags.
• On the other hand vacuoles help cells to maintain their shape.
• Vacuoles also store food, water and waste products.