Match List I (Physiological processes) with List II (Cell organelles) and select the correct answer by using the codes given below the lists: List I I. Photosynthesis A) Plasma membrane II. Mineral uptake B) Chloroplast III. Respiration C) Mitochondria IV. Protein Synthesis D) Ribosomes Codes:
- AI - A, II - B, III - C, IV - D
- BI - A, II - B, III - D, IV - C
- CI - B, II - A, III - C, IV - DCorrect
- DI - B, II - A, III - D, IV – C
Explanation
The correct option is C because it correctly matches the physiological functions with their specific cellular sites:
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Photosynthesis occurs in the Chloroplast. Chloroplasts contain chlorophyll which captures solar energy to convert water and carbon dioxide into food.
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Mineral uptake occurs through the Plasma membrane. The membrane acts as a selective barrier that regulates the entry of minerals and nutrients from the external environment into the cell.
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Respiration occurs in the Mitochondria. Often called the powerhouse of the cell, mitochondria are responsible for cellular respiration and the production of energy in the form of ATP.
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Protein Synthesis occurs in the Ribosomes. Ribosomes are the cellular structures where genetic code is translated into polypeptide chains to form proteins.
Therefore, the correct sequence is I-B, II-A, III-C, and IV-D.

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