The endoplasmic reticulum is a membrane network. Smooth ER handles lipid and carbohydrate synthesis, while Rough ER, studded with ribosomes, is involved in protein synthesis and transport.
The endoplasmic reticulum is a network of membranes. Smooth ER synthesizes and stores lipids and carbohydrates, while Rough ER synthesizes and transports proteins due to its attached ribosomes.
| Front | Outline the structure and function of SER & RER. |
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| Back | Endoplasmic reticulum - network of membranes throughout the cytoplasm enclosing flattened sacs - cisternae.
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
Rough endoplasmic reticulum
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