Cellular Components Quiz

What are the two subunits of a ribosome responsible for?

• Binding to DNA and RNA

• Binding to mRNA and tRNA

• Binding to enzymes and substrates

• Binding to proteins and lipids

What is the primary function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

• Protein synthesis

• Calcium storage

• Lipid synthesis

• Detoxification

Which of the following is NOT a function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum?

• Calcium storage

• Detoxification

• Protein synthesis

• Lipid synthesis

What is the main role of the Golgi apparatus in a cell?

• Storing calcium

• Packaging and modifying cellular products

• Synthesizing proteins

• Generating ATP

Why is the inner membrane of mitochondria highly folded?

• To increase the number of ribosomes

• To enhance ATP synthesis

• To store more calcium

• To facilitate lipid synthesis