Imagine protein X is destined to span the plasma membrane. Assume the mRNA carrying the genetic message for protein X has been translated by ribosomes in a cell culture. If you fractionate the cells immediately after translation, in which fraction (compartment) would you find protein X? Why? Name and describe the process by which protein X will end up on the plasma membrane following translation.
Added by Randy G.
Close
Step 1
Protein X is synthesized by ribosomes, which are found in the cytoplasm. So, immediately after translation, protein X will be in the **cytoplasm**. Show more…
Show all steps
Your feedback will help us improve your experience
Adi S and 59 other Biology educators are ready to help you.
Ask a new question
Labs
Want to see this concept in action?
Explore this concept interactively to see how it behaves as you change inputs.
Key Concepts
Recommended Videos
Imagine protein X is destined to span the plasma membrane. Assume the mRNA carrying the genetic message for protein X has been translated by ribosomes in a cell culture. If you fractionate the cells immediately after translation, in which fraction (compartment) would you find protein X? Why? name and describe the process by which protein X will end up on the plasma membrane following translation?
Bryan V.
Imagine protein $X$, destined to span the plasma membrane. Assume that the mRNA carrying the genetic message for protein $X$ has already been translated by ribosomes in a cell culture. If you fractionate the cells (see Figure 6.4 ), in which fraction would you find protein X? Explain by describing its transit through the cell.
Imagine protein X, destined to span the plasma membrane; assume the mRNA carrying the genetic message for protein X has been translated by ribosomes in a cell culture. If you fractionate the cells (see Figure 6.4 ), in which fraction would you find protein X? Explain by describing its transit.
Recommended Textbooks
Biology for AP Courses
Objective Biology for NEET
Introduction to General, Organic and Biochemistry
Transcript
200,000+
Students learning Biology with Numerade
Trusted by students at 8,000+ universities
Watch the video solution with this free unlock.
EMAIL
PASSWORD
