Question

Cell organelle associated with secretion is

• A. Golgi apparatus
• B. Chloroplasts
• C. Mitochondria
• D. Ribosomes

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Golgi apparatus

The correct option is A

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Golgi bodies are densely stained reticular structures near the nucleus.
2. The main function of the Golgi complex is the secretion of macromolecules.
3. Golgi bodies are the important site of the formation of glycoproteins and glycolipids.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option B:

Chloroplasts are responsible for trapping light energy which is required by plants for photosynthesis.

Option C:

The function of mitochondria includes the site for aerobic respiration and ATP production.

Option D:

Ribosomes help in the synthesis of proteins. Also, called as “Protein factory of cells”.

Final answer: The cell organelle associated with secretion is the Golgi apparatus.