Asked in KMU MDCAT 2023 2023Moderate

Lipid synthesis occurs in which one of the following cell organelles?

Correct answer: D. Endoplasmic reticulum

  • A. Ribosomes
  • B. Golgi bodies
  • C. Mitochondria
  • D. Endoplasmic reticulum

Explanation

Option D is correct.Lipid synthesis occurs in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) of the cell. The ER is a network of interconnected tubules and sacs that is found in the cytoplasm of all eukaryotic cells. It is involved in a variety of cellular functions, including protein synthesis, lipid synthesis, and detoxification. Lipid synthesis occurs on the smooth ER, which is a type of ER that does not have ribosomes. The smooth ER contains a number of enzymes that are involved in the synthesis of different types of lipids, including triglycerides, phospholipids, and cholesterol. Once lipids have been synthesized in the ER, they are transported to other parts of the cell, such as the Golgi apparatus and the plasma membrane. Lipids are also used to build cell membranes and other cellular organelles. The other options are not organelles where lipid synthesis occurs: Ribosomes are organelles that are responsible for protein synthesis. Golgi bodies are organelles that are involved in the processing and packaging of proteins. Mitochondria are organelles that are responsible for energy production.

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