Question

Give an example of organelle within organelle.

Answer 1

Ribosome:

1. Ribosomes are cell organelles that are found inside other cell organelles such as mitochondria and chloroplast.
2. There are two types the 70S and 80S ribosomes found in prokaryotes and eukaryotes respectively.
3. So, an example of an organelle within an organelle is the ribosome.

Functions of ribosomes:

1. Ribosomes are called the “protein factory” of the cell as it assembles the mRNA and tRNA to carry out the synthesis of protein.
2. This protein is utilized for various functions of the cell and for carrying out various activities.
3. It also acts as a protector as it protects mRNA from digestion by the cytoplasmic enzymes.