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Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis?

Answer: Ribosome.

  • A Mitochondria
  • B Golgi body
  • C Ribosome
  • D Lysosome

Correct answer: C. Ribosome

Explanation: Ribosomes are the sites of protein synthesis (translation) in all cells.

Labeled diagram of an animal cell showing nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and other organelles

Animal cell structure with major organelles labeled. Image: LadyofHats (Mariana Ruiz), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.

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