Correct Answer:
B. Ribosome
The ribosome is the cellular organelle primarily responsible for protein synthesis, a process known as translation, where genetic information from mRNA is used to build polypeptide chains.
- Mitochondria are known as the 'powerhouses' of the cell, generating most of the cell's supply of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), used as a source of chemical energy.
- The Golgi apparatus modifies, sorts, and packages proteins and lipids for secretion or delivery to other organelles.
- Lysosomes contain digestive enzymes and are involved in waste breakdown and cellular recycling.
Therefore, ribosomes are uniquely specialized for protein production.