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What is the primary function of the Golgi complex in a cell?
What is the primary function of the Golgi complex in a cell?
Which of the following cells is an example where the Golgi complex is well developed?
Which of the following cells is an example where the Golgi complex is well developed?
How many Golgi complexes do animal cells generally contain?
How many Golgi complexes do animal cells generally contain?
What are the two distinct faces of the Golgi complex called?
What are the two distinct faces of the Golgi complex called?
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Where do proteins from the endoplasmic reticulum enter the Golgi complex?
Where do proteins from the endoplasmic reticulum enter the Golgi complex?
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What are the main functions of the Golgi complex?
What are the main functions of the Golgi complex?
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Which of the following best describes the pathways proteins take through the Golgi apparatus?
Which of the following best describes the pathways proteins take through the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the role of the cis-Golgi network (CGN)?
What is the role of the cis-Golgi network (CGN)?
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In which region of the Golgi are enzymes that catalyze later processing steps located?
In which region of the Golgi are enzymes that catalyze later processing steps located?
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Which components are proteins processed and sorted into for their final destinations?
Which components are proteins processed and sorted into for their final destinations?
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What is a key characteristic of the Golgi complex in relation to its enzymatic activity?
What is a key characteristic of the Golgi complex in relation to its enzymatic activity?
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What is the function of secretory vesicles formed by the Golgi complex?
What is the function of secretory vesicles formed by the Golgi complex?
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Which membranes are proteins from the Golgi apparatus NOT typically targeted for?
Which membranes are proteins from the Golgi apparatus NOT typically targeted for?
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What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?
What is the primary function of the Golgi apparatus?
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Which process involves the addition of carbohydrates to proteins in the Golgi apparatus?
Which process involves the addition of carbohydrates to proteins in the Golgi apparatus?
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What type of coated vesicles bud from the Golgi apparatus?
What type of coated vesicles bud from the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the role of coat proteins in vesicle transport?
What is the role of coat proteins in vesicle transport?
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Which of the following best describes COPII-coated vesicles?
Which of the following best describes COPII-coated vesicles?
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What role do oligosaccharide intermediates play in the endoplasmic reticulum?
What role do oligosaccharide intermediates play in the endoplasmic reticulum?
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What type of vesicles are formed from the fusion of vesicles from the Golgi with endosomes?
What type of vesicles are formed from the fusion of vesicles from the Golgi with endosomes?
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What is one of the functions of glycosylation of proteins?
What is one of the functions of glycosylation of proteins?
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Which lipid is synthesized from ceramide in the Golgi apparatus?
Which lipid is synthesized from ceramide in the Golgi apparatus?
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How are secretory proteins sorted in the Golgi apparatus?
How are secretory proteins sorted in the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the primary role of the Golgi apparatus in the cellular context?
What is the primary role of the Golgi apparatus in the cellular context?
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Which statement about the Golgi apparatus is incorrect?
Which statement about the Golgi apparatus is incorrect?
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Which of the following is true about sphingomyelin?
Which of the following is true about sphingomyelin?
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What process does the Golgi apparatus use to transport proteins and lipids to their final destinations?
What process does the Golgi apparatus use to transport proteins and lipids to their final destinations?
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How do oligosaccharides contribute to cell-cell adhesion?
How do oligosaccharides contribute to cell-cell adhesion?
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What substance is NOT synthesized in the Golgi apparatus?
What substance is NOT synthesized in the Golgi apparatus?
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What is the primary function of the KDEL signal sequence?
What is the primary function of the KDEL signal sequence?
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Which type of vesicles are responsible for carrying secretory proteins from the ER to the Golgi apparatus?
Which type of vesicles are responsible for carrying secretory proteins from the ER to the Golgi apparatus?
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What is required for the formation of clathrin-coated vesicles on the trans Golgi network?
What is required for the formation of clathrin-coated vesicles on the trans Golgi network?
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What type of transport does clathrin-coated vesicles primarily facilitate?
What type of transport does clathrin-coated vesicles primarily facilitate?
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Which type of vesicle is responsible for the transport of molecules from the trans Golgi network to various destinations?
Which type of vesicle is responsible for the transport of molecules from the trans Golgi network to various destinations?
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What are the two main events involved in the fusion of a transport vesicle with its target?
What are the two main events involved in the fusion of a transport vesicle with its target?
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What prevents proteins from exiting the ER before the KDEL sequence is removed?
What prevents proteins from exiting the ER before the KDEL sequence is removed?
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Which statement is true regarding COPI-coated vesicles?
Which statement is true regarding COPI-coated vesicles?
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What is the primary function of glycosyltransferases in the Golgi complex?
What is the primary function of glycosyltransferases in the Golgi complex?
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Which modification occurs first for proteins destined for secretion in the Golgi?
Which modification occurs first for proteins destined for secretion in the Golgi?
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What differentiates complex oligosaccharides from high-mannose oligosaccharides in the Golgi?
What differentiates complex oligosaccharides from high-mannose oligosaccharides in the Golgi?
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Which of the following sugars is added last during the glycosylation process in the Golgi?
Which of the following sugars is added last during the glycosylation process in the Golgi?
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What characterizes the modifications that occur in the various subcompartments of the Golgi?
What characterizes the modifications that occur in the various subcompartments of the Golgi?
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What is the final result of the extensive modifications in the Golgi complex for glycoproteins?
What is the final result of the extensive modifications in the Golgi complex for glycoproteins?
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What happens to the N-linked oligosaccharides first added in the ER as proteins move to the Golgi?
What happens to the N-linked oligosaccharides first added in the ER as proteins move to the Golgi?
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Which of the following is a function of the Golgi complex?
Which of the following is a function of the Golgi complex?
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Study Notes
Golgi Complex and Protein Sorting
- The Golgi body, also known as the Golgi apparatus, is a cell organelle that processes and packages proteins and lipids.
- It's particularly important for proteins destined for export from the cell.
- The Golgi is located near the nucleus and centrosome.
- In secretory cells, the Golgi complex is spread throughout the cell.
- Golgi complexes are prominent (well-developed) in secretory cells.
- Examples of secretory cells include goblet cells in the intestines, which secrete mucus.
- Acinar cells of the pancreas secrete various digestive enzymes.
- The number of Golgi complexes varies based on cell function.
- Animal cells typically have 10-20 Golgi complexes per cell.
Golgi Complex Structure
- The Golgi complex is composed of flattened, membrane-enclosed, disc-shaped compartments called cisternae.
- Each Golgi compartment consists of 4-6 cisternae.
- Systems of tubular connections link the cisternae to form a single complex.
Golgi Faces (Poles)
- The Golgi has two distinct poles (faces):
- cis-face (entry or forming face): Located near the endoplasmic reticulum, proteins from the ER enter the Golgi here for processing.
- trans-face (exit or mature face): Proteins exit from this area.
Golgi Functions
- The ER sends proteins and lipids to the Golgi apparatus. The Golgi apparatus receives these and modifies them.
- The Golgi complex functions as a factory, processing, segregating, and distributing proteins to various locations like the plasma membrane, nucleus, peroxisome membranes, secretory vesicles, and lysosomes.
- A transport vesicle from the ER fuses to the cis face of the Golgi. The proteins pass through the different layers of the Golgi.
- Proteins are transported from the Golgi to their destinations via the secretory pathway.
- Cis and trans faces are connected to special regions called the cis Golgi network (CGN) and the trans Golgi network (TGN), which are networks of interconnected tubular and cisternal structures.
Golgi Complex Compartments
- The Golgi complex has five functional regions:
- cis-Golgi network (CGN)
- cis-Golgi
- medial-Golgi
- trans-Golgi
- trans-Golgi network (TGN)
Modifications within the Golgi
- The Golgi modifies proteins step-by-step, forming a multistage processing unit.
- Early processing enzymes are near the cis face, and later-processing enzymes are near the trans face. -Proteins are modified with respect to their initial glycosylation in the ER (i.e. further modifications of N-linked oligosaccharides).
- The first modification of proteins destined to be secreted or part of the plasma membrane involves removing 4 mannose residues. This is followed by adding N-acetylglucosamine, removing two more mannoses and adding a fucose followed by two more N-acetylglucosamine.
- Lastly, three galactose and three sialic acid residues are added.
N-linked Oligosaccharides
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Two classes of N-linked oligosaccharides attach to mammalian glycoproteins.
- complex oligosaccharides: N-linked oligosaccharides added in the ER are modified further with sugars added in the Golgi.
- High-mannose oligosaccharides: N-linked oligosaccharides added in the ER are trimmed but no new sugars are added in the Golgi.
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Specific modifications occur in specific subcompartments. Some mannose sugars may be cut. N-acetylglucosamine is added to oligosaccharides in the medial Golgi. Further modifications complete in the trans Golgi.
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Oligosaccharide intermediates in the ER help protein folding, transport of misfolded proteins for degradation and thus play a role in controlling protein quality. The Golgi modifies oligosaccharides for new functions leading to different oligosaccharide structures in mature proteins.
Golgi and Lipid Metabolism
- The synthesis of glycolipids and sphingomyelin happens in the Golgi.
- Glycerol, phospholipids, cholesterol, and ceramide are synthesized in the ER. Sphingomyelin and glycolipids are synthesized from ceramide in the Golgi apparatus.
- A significant amount of sphingomyelin is found in the Central Nervous System (CNS) especially in the myelin sheath surrounding axons.
Vesicle Transport
- Proteins are carried from the Golgi to their final destinations via transport vesicles.
- The sorting of proteins into different kinds of transport vesicles occurs in the trans-Golgi network.
- These vesicles carry the proteins to the appropriate cellular locations.
- COPI-coated vesicles and COPII-coated vesicles bud from the ER-Golgi intermediate compartment or the Golgi apparatus to move to other compartments or even return to the ER. Clathrin-coated vesicles move proteins from the trans-Golgi network. These vesicles use Rab proteins and the ARF family for vesicle budding and fusion.
Vesicle Fusion
- Transport vesicle fusion with target membranes involves two events, recognition of the correct target membrane and fusion between vesicle and target membranes.
Golgi Functions - Summary
- The Golgi apparatus functions in modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins and other macromolecules for secretion or use within the cell.
- Enzymes play a key role in modifying proteins and lipids for different functions.
- Golgi plays a critical role in secretion to different parts of a cell including the formation of lysosomes from the fusion of vesicles from the Golgi complex with endosomes. -modifying, sorting, and packaging is critical for cell secretion and for the processing of proteins to become functional proteins.
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Test your understanding of the Golgi complex and its role in protein sorting and processing. This quiz covers the structure, function, and importance of the Golgi apparatus in various cell types, including secretory cells. Prepare to explore how this organelle contributes to cellular functions.
