Cells contain specialized parts known as organelles. These specialized parts perform very specific functions within cells. For example, chloroplasts capture energy from the Sun, mitochondria release energy stored in glucose, lysosomes aid in waste disposal, and ribosomes are involved in protein building.
What would most likely happen if one or more parts of a cellular system failed to function properly?
A.
The system would continue to function normally.
B.
The system would not be able to function normally.
C.
The system would no longer need that specific function.
D.
The system would grow a new part to replace the defective part.