Which cytologist demonstrated the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in protein processing and sorting in a variety of cells in the 1960s?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. George E palade.
In the 1960s, Palade demonstrated the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in protein processing and sorting, particularly through his work on the synthesis of proteins and their transport within the cell. His research earned him the Nobel Prize in 1974.
Explanation of Other Options:
- Ralph M. Steinman was known for discovering dendritic cells.
- Nettie Stevens contributed to understanding sex determination.
- Cyril Darlington worked on chromosome behaviour in plants.