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The process of protein synthesis occurs in:

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Nucleus

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Lysosomes

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Ribosomes

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Mitochondria

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Solution

The correct option is C
Ribosomes

The process of protein synthesis occurs in ribosomes. Ribosomes are granule-like structures found in the cytoplasm or attached to the endoplasmic reticulum.

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