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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The smooth endoplasmic reticulum primarily functions in:
Options
A Protein synthesis
B DNA replication
C Lipid and steroid synthesis
Correct Answer
D Ribosomal RNA assembly
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The smooth ER is involved in lipid metabolism (synthesis of phospholipids and steroids), carbohydrate metabolism, detoxification of drugs and poisons, and calcium ion storage.

Hint

It lacks ribosomes and is involved in 'smooth' operations like lipid synthesis.

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