The location of protein synthesis in eukaryotic cells is the
A)nucleus.
B)cytoplasm.
C)plasma membrane.
D)Golgi apparatus.
E)vacuolE.

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Protein synthesis in eukaryotic cells occurs in the cytoplasm on ribosomes. Though the nucleus contains the genetic material that codes for proteins, actual protein synthesis takes place outside the nucleus. The Golgi apparatus and vacuoles are involved in protein processing and transport, but not in protein synthesis. The plasma membrane is involved in membrane protein synthesis and insertion, but again, not in general protein synthesis.

The Location of Protein Synthesis in Eukaryotic Cells Is the