Multiple Choice
Where does translation take place in eukaryotic cells?
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15. Gene Expression
Introduction to Translation
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Where does translation occur in eukaryotes?
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In the mitochondria
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In the Golgi apparatus
C
In the nucleus
D
In the cytoplasm
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Understand the process of translation: Translation is the process by which ribosomes synthesize proteins using messenger RNA (mRNA) as a template.
Identify the location of ribosomes: In eukaryotic cells, ribosomes are found in the cytoplasm and on the rough endoplasmic reticulum.
Recognize the role of the cytoplasm: The cytoplasm is the site where free ribosomes translate mRNA into proteins.
Differentiate from other organelles: The nucleus is where transcription occurs, not translation. The Golgi apparatus is involved in modifying, sorting, and packaging proteins, not synthesizing them. Mitochondria have their own ribosomes for mitochondrial protein synthesis, but the majority of cellular translation occurs in the cytoplasm.
Conclude that translation primarily occurs in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, where ribosomes are actively engaged in protein synthesis.
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