Question

What is the function of a Golgi apparatus in a cell?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Functions :

Listed below are the functions of Golgi complex

• The vital function of the Golgi apparatus is packaging and secretion of proteins.
• It receives proteins from Endoplasmic Reticulum.
• It packages it into membrane-bound vesicles, which are then transported to various destinations, such as lysosomes, plasma membrane or secretion.
• They also take part in the transport of lipids and the formation of lysosomes.
• Post-translational modification and enzymatic processing occur near the membrane surface in Golgi bodies, e.g. phosphorylation, glycosylation, etc.
• Golgi apparatus is the site for the synthesis of various glycolipids, sphingomyelin, etc.
• Complex polysaccharides of the cell wall are synthesised in the Golgi apparatus in plant cells.