Final answer:
The mismatched pair is Ribosomes/protein storage.
Step-by-step explanation:
The mismatched pair in the given options is C. Ribosomes/protein storage. Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis, not protein storage. They are composed of two subunits, the 30S and 50S, and are involved in translating mRNA into proteins. Other options are correctly matched -
- A. Metachromatic granules/phosphate storage - Metachromatic granules store phosphate.
- B. Lipid inclusions/energy reserve - Lipid inclusions serve as an energy reserve.
- D. Sulfur granules/energy reserve - Sulfur granules can serve as an energy reserve in some bacterial cells.
- E. Gas vacuoles/flotation - Gas vacuoles are responsible for flotation, allowing cells to move up or down in water.