Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum

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Q: Why is the smooth ER "smooth"?

A: It lacks ribosomes.

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Q: Function of smooth ER?

A: Lipid synthesis, detoxification, calcium storage, carbohydrate metabolism.

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Q: Which organelle synthesizes phospholipids?

A: Smooth ER.

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Q: Which organelle synthesizes steroids?

A: Smooth ER.

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Q: Which organelle detoxifies drugs?

A: Smooth ER.

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Q: Which organelle stores calcium ions?

A: Smooth ER.

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Q: Which specialized smooth ER stores calcium in muscle cells?

A: Sarcoplasmic reticulum.

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Q: Why is calcium storage important?

A: Muscle contraction and cell signaling.