Under which of the following conditions would you expect to find a cell with a predominance of free ribosomes?
A)a cell that is secreting proteins
B)a cell that is producing cytoplasmic enzymes
C)a cell that is constructing its cell wall or extracellular matrix
D)a cell that is digesting food particles
E)a cell that is enlarging its vacuole

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Cells that produce cytoplasmic enzymes require a lot of free ribosomes to support the high demand for these enzymes. Secretory cells, cells involved in construction of cell walls or extracellular matrix, and cells digesting food particles require ribosomes attached to endoplasmic reticulum to secrete, transport, or modify proteins for external use. Enlarging vacuoles do not require ribosomes. Therefore, the predominance of free ribosomes is expected in cells producing cytoplasmic enzymes.

Under Which of the Following Conditions Would You Expect to Find