Synthesis of antibodies in plasma cells occurs in_________________?

Correct answer: B. Endoplasmic reticulum

  • A. Golgi body
  • B. Endoplasmic reticulum
  • C. Nucleus
  • D. Mitochondria

Explanation

Plasma cells synthesize antibody proteins on abundant rough endoplasmic reticulum, while the Golgi apparatus mainly modifies and packages them for secretion. This abundant rough ER gives plasma cells their characteristic protein-secreting function.

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