Question

What of the following molecules is not transported through the secretory pathway of endomembrane system?

(a) nucleic acids

(b) complex polysaccharides

(c) proteins

(d) lipids

I have been asked this question in semester exam.

Question is from Cytoplasmic Membrane Systems topic in section Cytoplasmic Membrane Systems of Cell Biology

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

(a) nucleic acids

Nucleic acids are not typically transported through the secretory pathway of the endomembrane system. The secretory pathway primarily involves the synthesis and transport of proteins, lipids, and complex polysaccharides. Nucleic acids, on the other hand, are involved in processes like transcription and replication, which occur in the nucleus and not as part of the secretory pathway.