Scientists are studying a disease that may be associated with a lowered rate of protein synthesis. Their research is currently targeting the cell organelle linked to protein synthesis. Which of the
following best describes the cell organelle they are targeting?
^ The scientists are targeting the ribosomes because they create protein within the cell.
® The scientists are targeting the Golgi apparatus because it packages and stores protein.
The scientists are targeting the mitochondria because it creates energy to consume more
protein.
D The scientists are targeting the nucleus because it contains all the DNA needed to create more
protein.