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Describe the process of gallstone formation.
 
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The function of lysosomes is to:
 
  A. break down particles or worn-out cellular components.
  B. convert food materials into energy.
  C. produce digestive enzymes and antibody proteins.
  D. aid in cell division.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
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In the presence of excess cholesterol relative to the amount of bile salts and lecithin, the bile becomes supersaturated with cholesterol and cholesterol crystals may precipitate, forming the beginning of a gallstone. However, an excess of bile salts and lecithin relative to cholesterol, the cholesterol is kept in solution.

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