APR307E Milk Production Session 8 Quiz

What is the site of milk synthesis?

Endoplasmic reticulum

Nucleus

Golgi apparatus

Gland secretory cells (correct)

What is the process by which triglycerides are formed?

Lipid synthesis (correct)

Protein synthesis

Glucose synthesis

Glycerol metabolism

What type of RNA is involved in the recognition of the code on mRNA and placement of amino acids in the correct position?

mRNA

srRNA

tRNA (correct)

rRNA

Where are the protein molecules formed during milk synthesis packaged?

Golgi apparatus Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of glycerol in lipid synthesis?

Glucose metabolism Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of rRNA in protein synthesis?

Forming the ribosomes Signup and view all the answers

Where does milk synthesis take place?

In the mammary gland Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of RNA molecules during milk protein synthesis?

To facilitate protein synthesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between milk synthesis and milk secretion?

Synthesis is the production of milk components, secretion is the release of milk Signup and view all the answers

Which cell organelle is responsible for the final packaging of casein?

Golgi apparatus Signup and view all the answers

What are the precursors for milk lipid synthesis?

Fatty acids and glycerol Signup and view all the answers

Which component of milk is directly withdrawn from blood?

Water Signup and view all the answers

Where does milk synthesis occur?

In the secretory cell of the mammary gland Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a milk component synthesized in the secretory cell of the mammary gland?

Minerals Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of endocrine glands in the initiation of lactation?

Regulating the growth and development of the mammary gland Signup and view all the answers

Which chapter would focus on factors influencing milk production and composition?

Chapter 9 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a phase related to milk synthesis and secretion?

Lactogenesis Signup and view all the answers

What is the process responsible for determining precursors and their conversion to milk components?

Milk synthesis Signup and view all the answers