Osteoblasts are specialized cells that secrete the protein collagen and other substances necessary for bone formation. Which of the following organelles is more likely to be predominant in osteoblasts?

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Ribosomes are the organelles responsible for protein synthesis, so it is expected to be predominant in protein-secreting cells such as osteoblasts.
Lysosomes are organelles that contain digestive enzymes. They digest excess or worn out cell parts, food, and engulfed viruses or bacteria.
Mitochondria are responsible for ATP production and are considered the powerhouse of the cell.
The nucleus is the "control center" that is responsible for directing the overall activity of the cell. The nucleus contains most of the cell's DNA

Osteoblasts Are Specialized Cells That Secrete the Protein Collagen and Other