Question

The Golgi complex plays a major role

• A. In post-translational modification of proteins and glycosidation of lipids
• B. As energy transferring organelles
• C. In digesting proteins and carbohydrates
• D. In trapping the light and transforming it into chemical energy.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

In post-translational modification of proteins and glycosidation of lipids

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Golgi apparatus was first reported by Camillo Golgi in 1898.
2. It is a membrane-bound organelle made up of a series of flattened stacked pouches called cisternae.
3. It is present only in eukaryotic cells.
4. It's involved in glycosidation and other post-translational modifications of proteins and lipids.
5. It is essential for the production of glycolipids and glycoproteins.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

The mitochondria are energy-transferring organelles.

Option C:

Lysosomes are organelles that help with protein and carbohydrate digestion.

Option D:

The chloroplast is the organelle that is responsible to convert light energy into chemical energy.

Final answer: The Golgi complex plays a major role in post-translational modification and glycosidation of lipids.