Ribosomes as according to A-K
What is a ribosome?
A ribosome is an organelle found in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. Though the ribosome is not membrane bound, it is still considered an organelle and is the protein factory of the cell. Where does a ribosome come from?
Ribosomes are made by the nucleolus, within the nucleus of the cell. The nucleolus is a RNA reserve found more in cells where protein sythesis is most needed. For example cells in the pancreas, liver, and other digestive organs have a large number of nucleoli, and also a large number of ribosomes. The rRNA, or ribosomal ribonucleic acid, is transcribed from the DNA and is processed in the nucleolus along with proteins to form ribosomes. Sent from the nucleolus, the ribosomes then attach in one of two places, in the cytoskeleton or onto the endoplasmic reticulum. What is the function of a ribosome?
The ribosome is a protein factory, where amino acids are linked together.What is the function of a ribosome?
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