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 packaging and lipid production
protein packaging and lipid production

DNA making and DNA packaging
DNA making and DNA packaging

DNA packaging and DNA storing
DNA packaging and DNA storing

protein making and protein packaging

Answer 1

The correct answer 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 is involved in protein synthesis (protein making), and the Golgi apparatus, which is involved in modifying, packaging, and transporting proteins (protein packaging).