Question

multiple choice question
the function of the ribosome is:

○ phospholipid synthesis
○ protein synthesis
○ organization of the cytoskeleton
○ intracellular digestion
○ detoxification

Explanation:

• Phospholipid synthesis is done by the endoplasmic reticulum (smooth ER), not ribosomes.
• Ribosomes are known as the site of protein synthesis, where they translate mRNA into polypeptide chains.
• Organization of the cytoskeleton is a function of structures like microtubules, microfilaments, etc., not ribosomes.
• Intracellular digestion is carried out by lysosomes.
• Detoxification is a function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (in liver cells, for example).

Answer:

B. protein synthesis (assuming the options are labeled as A: phospholipid synthesis, B: protein synthesis, C: organization of the cytoskeleton, D: intracellular digestion, E: detoxification)