[Campbell Biology P.16] Based on the feedback provided in the "Incorrect; Try Again" sectio... | Practice Question

Based on the feedback provided in the "Incorrect; Try Again" section, which cellular organelle is being referred to as having a "smooth membrane" and being "involved in building macromolecules, but not proteins"?

  • A: Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (RER)
  • B: Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER)
  • C: Golgi Apparatus
  • D: Mitochondrion

Explanation

The Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum SER is known for its smooth membrane lacking ribosomes and its diverse roles, including lipid synthesis a type of macromolecule , detoxification, and calcium storage. It does not synthesize proteins.