AP Biologyeasymcq1 pt

Which component is found in prokaryotic cells, eukaryotic plant cells, and eukaryotic animal cells?

A.Ribosomes
B.A membrane-bound nucleus containing the chromosomes
C.Mitochondria that carry out oxidative phosphorylation
D.Chloroplasts that perform photosynthesis

Explanation

Core Concept

Prokaryotic, plant, and animal cells all use ribosomes to translate mRNA into polypeptides. Ribosomes are therefore a shared cellular structure across these cell types. The AP-level concept is their universal role in protein synthesis rather than memorization of sedimentation coefficients.

Correct Answer

ARibosomes

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