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Cell Biology: Golgi Apparatus Functions
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Cell Biology: Golgi Apparatus Functions

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What is the main function of the Golgi apparatus?

  • Sorting proteins for their final destinations (correct)
  • Synthesizing ribosomal RNA
  • Producing ATP for cellular respiration
  • Decomposing hydrogen peroxide

    • Which organelle is primarily involved in the detoxification of reactive oxygen species?

  • Lysosomes
  • Golgi apparatus
  • Peroxisomes (correct)
  • Ribosomes

    • What type of enzymes are packaged by the Golgi apparatus to form lysosomes?

  • Oxidases
  • Proteins for secretion
  • Hydrolytic enzymes (correct)
  • Synthetases

    • What is the role of the ubiquitin proteasome system in cells?

    <p>To degrade endogenous proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do secretory vesicles function in protein export?

    <p>By fusing with the plasma membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of peroxisomes?

    <p>Storage of digestive enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle resembles lysosomes but contains different enzymes?

    <p>Peroxisomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What byproduct is generated during the detoxification process in peroxisomes?

    <p>Hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of cellular cargos?

    <p>To transport materials and structures within the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelle is involved in organizing the spindle microtubules during cell division?

    <p>Centrosome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to the centrosome during cell division?

    <p>It duplicates and moves to opposite poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of microtubules in cell division?

    <p>Moving chromosomes during mitosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is considered a cellular cargo?

    <p>Organelle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the microtubule-organizing center?

    <p>To regulate microtubules' organization and growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are centrioles primarily composed of?

    <p>Pairs of microtubules arranged in a specific formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many sets of centrosomes are involved in the division process as indicated?

    <p>9 sets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What surrounds the centrioles?

    <p>Pericentriolar material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the relationship between centrosomes and chromosomes during cell division?

    <p>Centrosomes facilitate the movement of chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to cellular cargos like organelles during cell division?

    <p>They undergo a transport process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what orientation are pairs of microtubules arranged in centrioles?

    <p>Perpendicularly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about centrosomes is accurate?

    <p>Centrosomes organize spindle microtubules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the pericentriolar material?

    <p>Facilitating the growth of microtubules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure acts as a microtubule-organizing center?

    <p>Centrioles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would likely occur if centrosomes failed to duplicate during cell division?

    <p>Chromosome movement would be impaired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is essential for the structural formation of the microtubule-organizing center?

    <p>Microtubules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily dictates microtubule organization in a cell?

    <p>Microtubule-organizing centers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of microtubules?

    <p>They are dynamic structures that can grow and shrink</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular activity is significantly influenced by centrioles?

    <p>Cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of transfer RNA (tRNA) in translation?

    <p>It ferries amino acids to the ribosome based on mRNA instructions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure does ribosomal RNA (rRNA) provide during the translation process?

    <p>It forms the ribosomal subunits that facilitate mRNA-tRNA interaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the codons found in messenger RNA (mRNA)?

    <p>They code for specific amino acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many nucleotides are present in each codon of mRNA?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the ribosomal structure?

    <p>Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the end of the polypeptide chain during protein synthesis?

    <p>Stop codons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape of the tRNA molecule, and why is it important?

    <p>Folded into a complex 3D structure that allows it to transport amino acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of tRNA is responsible for carrying the specific amino acid?

    <p>The amino acid attachment site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of RNA carries the genetic code from the nucleus to the ribosomes?

    <p>Messenger RNA (mRNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the ribosome is mainly involved in decoding the genetic message from mRNA?

    <p>The small subunit (40S)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the formation of a complete ribosomal complex during translation?

    <p>Binding of the initiator tRNA to the start codon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the elongation phase of translation, where does the tRNA carrying the peptide chain move after transferring its amino acid?

    <p>From the A site to the P site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do release factors play in the translation process?

    <p>They signal for translation to stop at the stop codon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the tRNA after it has transferred its amino acid to the growing polypeptide chain?

    <p>It becomes deacylated and exits through the E site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What direction does the ribosomal complex move along the mRNA during translation?

    <p>5' → 3'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Golgi Apparatus

    • Modifications such as glycosylation and proteolytic cleavage occur in the Golgi apparatus.
    • Golgi apparatus sorts proteins based on modifications for final destinations inside or outside the cell.
    • Golgi vesicles transport proteins; they can form secretory vesicles for export or lysosomes for digestion.

    Lysosomes

    • Lysosomes are membranous sacs containing hydrolytic enzymes.
    • These enzymes are crucial for digestion and waste removal within cells.

    Peroxisomes

    • Resemble lysosomes but house different enzymes, such as oxidases and catalase.
    • Function in detoxification, producing hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂), which is broken down into water and oxygen.
    • Involved in lipid metabolism and the breakdown of long-chain fatty acids.

    Proteasomes

    • Responsible for degrading endogenous proteins in the cell, requiring ATP.
    • They play a critical role in maintaining protein balance and cellular health.

    Centrosome and Centrioles

    • The centrosome organizes microtubules during cell division, ensuring proper chromosome movement.
    • During division, the centrosome duplicates and migrates to opposing cell poles.

    Microtubules

    • Composed of cylindrical structures arranged in pairs, providing structural support and aiding in intracellular transport.

    Translation Process

    • Involves decoding mRNA by ribosomes and tRNA, forming peptide bonds among amino acids.
    • mRNA carries genetic instructions from the nucleus to ribosomes.
    • tRNA acts as an adapter, ferrying amino acids to the ribosome according to mRNA codons.

    Ribosomal Structure

    • Ribosomes consist of two units: 60S and 40S subunits, facilitating protein synthesis.
    • Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) provides structural support for tRNA and mRNA interactions during translation.

    tRNA Structure and Function

    • tRNA has a unique 3D structure with double-stranded regions and loops, resembling an "L" shape.
    • Each tRNA has regions that recognize codons on mRNA and bind specific amino acids.

    Translation Steps

    • The initiator tRNA binds to the start codon at the P site of the ribosome, forming an initiation complex.
    • As elongation progresses, tRNA molecules move through three sites (A, P, E) of the ribosome, facilitating peptide bond formation and amino acid transfer.
    • Translation continues until a stop codon is reached, where a release factor signals termination.

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