Venus, Grezha Mari P.

BSMT2C-2

M4 CHECK IN ACTIVITY 1

Complete the table below which gives the biochemical systems present on each organelle found on a eukaryotic
cell. Submit/upload a word document.

Organelle Biochemical Process Importance

Golgi Apparatus Covalent The Golgi apparatus is responsible for the processing, sorting, and
modification and distribution of proteins synthesized by the endoplasmic reticulum. It
distribution of also modifies proteins by adding carbohydrates, lipids, and
synthesized proteins phosphates. These modifications can affect the protein's structure,
function, and location in the cell.
Smooth endoplasmic Lipid synthesis The SER is responsible for the synthesis of lipids, such as
reticulum (SER) phospholipids and cholesterol. These lipids are essential for building
cell membranes and other cellular structures.
Nucleus storage of genetic The nucleus is the central control center of the cell and contains the
material cell's DNA. DNA is the genetic material that contains the instructions
for building and maintaining the cell.

Nucleolus site for ribosome The nucleolus is a region within the nucleus that is responsible for
synthesis the synthesis of ribosomes. Ribosomes are the organelles that are
responsible for protein synthesis.
Plasma membrane Cell-cell The plasma membrane is the outermost layer of the cell and
Communication and separates the cell's interior from the external environment. It also
Transport plays a role in cell-cell communication and transport.
Rough endoplasmic a major site for The RER is studded with ribosomes and is responsible for the
reticulum (RER) protein synthesis synthesis of proteins that will be secreted from the cell or inserted
into the plasma membrane.
Ribosome Site for mRNA Ribosomes are the organelles that are responsible for translating
translation mRNA into proteins. mRNA is a molecule that contains the
instructions for building a specific protein.
Mitochondrion oxidative Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell and are responsible
phosphorylation for producing ATP, the cell's energy currency. ATP is produced
through a process called oxidative phosphorylation.
Cytoskeleton Actomyosin-driven The cytoskeleton is a network of fibers that provides support and
contractile molecular structure to the cell. It also plays a role in cell movement and
motors division. Actomyosin-driven contractile molecular motors are a type
of protein that is found in the cytoskeleton and is responsible for
muscle contraction.
Lysosome Cellular Digestion Lysosomes are organelles that contain digestive enzymes that break
down macromolecules, such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and
nucleic acids. Lysosomes also play a role in the removal of damaged
organelles and cells.
Sources :

Golgi apparatus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golgi_apparatus

Smooth endoplasmic reticulum: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smooth_endoplasmic_reticulum
Nucleus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nucleus
Nucleolus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nucleolus
Plasma membrane: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plasma_membrane
Rough endoplasmic reticulum: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rough_endoplasmic_reticulum
Ribosome: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ribosome
Mitochondrion: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitochondrion
Cytoskeleton: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cytoskeleton
Lysosome: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lysosome