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What used to be described as Nissl's Granules in a nerve cell are now identified as?


A

Mitochondria

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B

Cell Metabolites

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C

Fat Granules

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D

Rough endoplasmic reticulum and Ribosomes

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Solution

The correct option is D

Rough endoplasmic reticulum and Ribosomes


The correct Option is D:

Explanation of the correct option:

1.Nissl's Granules are discrete granular structures present in the cytoplasm of nerve cells.

2.Protein synthesis is the main function of Nissl's Granules .

3.They are made up of the rough endoplasmic reticulum.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell and is responsible for energy production in form of ATP .

Option B:

Cell Metabolites are products of cell metabolism and perform function of storage .

Option C:

Fat Granules store fat in a cell which are further converted in carbohydrates to provide energy.

  1. Final Answer: Hence, what used to be described as Nissl's Granules in a nerve cell are now identified as Rough endoplasmic reticulum and Ribosomes.

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