Smooth endoplasmic reticulum .
- is a site for the synthesis of carbohydrates
- has ribosomes attached to its surface
- is the major site for the synthesis of lipids
- is actively involved in protein synthesis
Answer
(3) is the major site for the synthesis of lipids
Solution
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) lacks ribosomes on its surface and functions as the major site for the synthesis of lipids and steroid hormones. Rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER) has ribosomes and is involved in protein synthesis.
Answer: (3)