The diagram of a eukaryotic ribosome shown below contains several errors.
Examine the diagram carefully, and identify each error. <>
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- 1. Introduction to Genetics51m
- 2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance3h 37m
- 3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance2h 41m
- 4. Genetic Mapping and Linkage2h 28m
- 5. Genetics of Bacteria and Viruses1h 21m
- 6. Chromosomal Variation1h 48m
- 7. DNA and Chromosome Structure56m
- 8. DNA Replication1h 10m
- 9. Mitosis and Meiosis1h 34m
- 10. Transcription1h 0m
- 11. Translation58m
- 12. Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes1h 19m
- 13. Gene Regulation in Eukaryotes44m
- 14. Genetic Control of Development44m
- 15. Genomes and Genomics1h 50m
- 16. Transposable Elements47m
- 17. Mutation, Repair, and Recombination1h 6m
- 18. Molecular Genetic Tools19m
- 19. Cancer Genetics29m
- 20. Quantitative Genetics1h 26m
- 21. Population Genetics50m
- 22. Evolutionary Genetics29m
11. Translation
Ribosomal Structure
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Ribosomal assembly occurs where in the cell?
A
Golgi
B
Cytoplasm
C
Endoplasmic Reticulum
D
Nucleolus

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Understand the role of ribosomes: Ribosomes are essential for protein synthesis in the cell, translating mRNA into polypeptide chains.
Identify the location of ribosomal assembly: Ribosomal assembly begins in the nucleolus, a region within the nucleus where ribosomal RNA (rRNA) is synthesized and combined with ribosomal proteins.
Explore the function of the nucleolus: The nucleolus is responsible for producing and assembling ribosome components, including rRNA and ribosomal proteins, which are then transported to the cytoplasm.
Differentiate between the nucleolus and other cell organelles: The Golgi apparatus, cytoplasm, and endoplasmic reticulum have different functions, such as protein modification, transport, and lipid synthesis, but do not assemble ribosomes.
Conclude with the correct location: Based on the synthesis and initial assembly of ribosomal components, the nucleolus is the correct answer for where ribosomal assembly occurs.
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