Organelles Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER)?
A
Protein synthesis, modification, and transport to the Golgi body.
2
Q
What is the function of lysosomes?
A
Contain hydrolytic enzymes for breaking down worn-out organelles (autophagy), digesting bacteria (phagocytosis), and cell debris (autolysis).
3
Q
Name two functions of mitochondria.
A
Aerobic respiration to produce ATP and lipid synthesis
4
Q
What are the main functions of the Golgi body?
A
Modification, packaging, and transport of proteins and lipids; production of lysosomes.
