Which one of the following is the correct combination of organelles and their functions ?
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UPSC CDS-2 – 2023
Chloroplasts (found in plant cells and algae) are the sites of photosynthesis, where light energy is converted into chemical energy in the form of glucose.
Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis, translating messenger RNA (mRNA) into polypeptide chains.
The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is a network of membranes involved in protein and lipid synthesis. The Rough ER is studded with ribosomes and is particularly involved in synthesizing proteins that are destined for secretion, insertion into membranes, or transport to other organelles. It also plays a role in folding and transporting these proteins.