Asked by GLAFIRA BAENA on Jul 16, 2024
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Which organelles are the sites of protein synthesis?
A) Nucleus
B) Ribosomes
C) Lysosomes
D) Mitochondria
E) Centrioles
Ribosomes
Molecular structures within cells where proteins are synthesized, following the instructions encoded in messenger RNA.
Mitochondria
Organelles within cells that generate most of the cell's supply of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), used as a source of chemical energy.
Lysosomes
Organelles in cells containing enzymes responsible for breaking down waste material and cellular debris.
- Familiarize oneself with the configuration and utility of cell organelles such as the endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, and ribosomes.
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Gabriela HolmesJul 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Ribosomes are the organelles responsible for protein synthesis in cells. They can be found floating freely in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum, forming the rough ER.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the configuration and utility of cell organelles such as the endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, and ribosomes.