Question

What is the function of ribosomes?

Answer 1

1. Ribosomes are specialized cell organelles which are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
2. The process of protein synthesis is the primary function of ribosomes.
3. Ribosomes are the most important cell organelles as every living cell requires ribosomes for the production of proteins.
4. A ribosome is a complex of RNA and protein and is, therefore, known as a ribonucleoprotein.
5. It is composed of two subunits – smaller and larger.