What is the primary function of the biochemical process of glycosylation?

A To add a phosphate group to a protein
B To add a carbohydrate molecule to a protein ✓
C To break down a protein into amino acids
D To synthesize a new protein

Explanation

Glycosylation is the process by which a carbohydrate molecule is attached to a protein, which can affect the protein's function, stability, and cellular location.

Mnemonic

Glyco = glucose → adding glucose to proteins

Source

Alberts et al., Molecular Biology of the Cell
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