Which feature of the lysosome interior is critical for its function?
- A
Neutral pH similar to cytoplasm
- B
An alkaline pH that denatures proteins
- C
Absence of membrane to allow free diffusion
- Dcheck_circle
An acidic pH that activates hydrolytic enzymes
Explanation
Lysosomal hydrolases require acidic pH (~5) for optimal activity; their separation from neutral cytoplasm prevents accidental self-digestion.