Proteins are important molecules that are synthesized, transported, and used in cells in a multitude of ways. The rough endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus have parts to play in this system. These functions are __________, respectively.

Question

Identify the answer choice that correctly fills in the blank in the above passage.

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Responses

protein making and protein packaging
protein making and protein packaging

DNA packaging and DNA storing
DNA packaging and DNA storing

DNA making and DNA packaging
DNA making and DNA packaging

protein packaging and lipid production

Answer 1

The correct answer choice that fills in the blank in the passage is:

protein making and protein packaging

This accurately describes the functions of the rough endoplasmic reticulum (which synthesizes proteins) and the Golgi apparatus (which packages and modifies proteins for transport).