Question

cells and body systems unit test
which of the following best describes the function of the ribosomes in eukaryotic cells?
(1 point)
decodes the sequence of bases on the mrna and then creates specific proteins
makes lipids and steroids that will be used in the production of membranes and hormones
modifies proteins that require specific attachments of sugars or lipids and packages proteins
for export
energy - producing structure of the cell and location of cellular respiration

Explanation:

Ribosomes are cellular structures. In eukaryotic cells, their main function is related to protein synthesis. mRNA (messenger RNA) carries the genetic code. Ribosomes read (decode) the base sequence on mRNA. Then, using amino - acids (based on the mRNA code), they assemble (create) specific proteins.

• The option "makes lipids and steroids that will be used in the production of membranes and hormones" describes the function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum.
• The option "modifies proteins that require specific attachments of sugars or lipids and packages proteins for export" is the function of the Golgi apparatus.
• The option "energy - producing structure of the cell and location of cellular respiration" is the function of mitochondria.

Answer:

decodes the sequence of bases on the mRNA and then creates specific proteins