Question

the ribosome
what would happen if the ribosomes in the cell were destroyed by dr. vials evil scheme?
a. the cell would be unable to produce glucose.
b. the cell would no longer be able to produce proteins.
c. the cell would not be able to make enough atp through respiration.
d. the cell would not be able to make lipids.
protein
ribosome
rna
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Ribosomes are the cellular structures responsible for protein synthesis (translation of RNA into proteins). Let's analyze each option:

• Option A: Glucose production (photosynthesis or gluconeogenesis) is not related to ribosomes.
• Option B: Since ribosomes make proteins, destroying them would stop protein production. This matches the function of ribosomes.
• Option C: ATP production (respiration) occurs in mitochondria (and cytoplasm for glycolysis), not ribosomes.
• Option D: Lipid synthesis happens in the endoplasmic reticulum (smooth ER), not ribosomes.

Answer:

B. The cell would no longer be able to produce proteins.