Which of the following would be true for lysosomes that lack mannose-6-phosphate receptors?
A)They function equally as well as those that possess mannose 6-phosphate receptors.
B)They do not receive enzyme shipments from the Golgi apparatus.
C)They have unstable membranes.

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Mannose-6-phosphate receptors are responsible for identifying and transporting enzymes to lysosomes. Without these receptors, the lysosomes will not receive enzyme shipments from the Golgi apparatus and will therefore not function properly. The lack of receptors does not necessarily affect the stability of the lysosomal membranes.

Which of the Following Would Be True for Lysosomes That