WAEC Biology 2003 Question 2

Question 2

Cell Structure and Organisation

Which of the following statements about ribosomes is not correct? Ribosomes

  1. A.are responsible for protein synthesis.
  2. B.contain a large amount of ribonucleic acid (RNA)
  3. C.release enzymes for the digestion of bacteria.
  4. D.are attached to endoplasmic reticulum.
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Answer: C (release enzymes for the digestion of bacteria.)

Explanation

Ribosomes make proteins and are rich in RNA; many sit on the endoplasmic reticulum. Releasing digestive enzymes is the job of lysosomes.