Question

Ribosomes are the centre for which of the following?

• A. Respiration
• B. Photosynthesis
• C. Synthesis of fats
• D. Synthesis of Protein

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Synthesis of Protein

The correct option is D.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Ribosomes are the cellular organelle that is involved in the production of proteins.
2. The production of proteins is from mRNA molecule (messenger RNA).

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Ribosomes are not involved in the respiration process.
2. Respiration is a physiological process in which oxygen is taken in, and carbon dioxide is expelled out.

Option B:

1. Photosynthesis is a process of the production of food by converting light energy to chemical energy.
2. Ribosomes do not participate in photosynthesis.

Option C:

1. Synthesis of fats occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.
2. Ribosomes do not function in producing fats.

Final answer: Ribosomes are the center for the synthesis of Protein