If a protein or molecule is taken up by the cell and must be digested, to which cellular structure is it sent?
A) the mitochondria
B) the lysosome
C) the rough endoplasmic reticulum
D) the smooth endoplasmic reticulum
E) the Golgi body

Question

​If a protein or molecule is taken up by the cell and must be digested, to which cellular structure is it sent?
A) ​the mitochondria
B) ​the lysosome
C) ​the rough endoplasmic reticulum
D) ​the smooth endoplasmic reticulum
E) ​the Golgi body

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Lysosomes are organelles responsible for breaking down and digesting various types of biomolecules, including proteins and other molecules taken up by the cell. They contain hydrolytic enzymes necessary for this process.

​If a Protein or Molecule Is Taken Up by the Cell

If a Protein or Molecule Is Taken Up by the Cell