alleryTranslation of mRNA into protein occurs on which cellular structure?
AMitochondria (the powerhouse of the cell)
BRibosomes (made of rRNA and protein)
CNucleus (the cellular control centre)
DLysosomes (the cellular waste handlers)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Ribosomes (made of rRNA and protein)
Translation occurs on RIBOSOMES, which are made of rRNA + ribosomal proteins.
Ribosomes can be free in the cytoplasm or attached to the rough endoplasmic reticulum.
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