The vesicle containing material taken into the cell by phagocytosis is called a(n)_________.
A)phagocytosome
B)vacuolosome
C)phagosome
D)phagolysosome
E)exosome

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The vesicle formed by phagocytosis is called a phagosome. It fuses with a lysosome to form a phagolysosome, which contains enzymes to digest the engulfed material. Option A and B are not correct terms. Option D is a later stage of phagosome formation. Option E is incorrect as exosomes are small vesicles secreted by cells.

The Vesicle Containing Material Taken into the Cell by Phagocytosis