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Rough ER synthesizes proteins via its ribosomes to be taken out of the cell. Smooth ER does not have ribosomes, so it synthesizes lipids (fats/horomones) instead, and it aids in detoxification alcohols/drugs (toxins)
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Rough ER has membrane-bound ribosomes and synthesizes proteins destined for secretion, for insertion into membranes, or for lysosomes. Smooth ER lacks ribosomes, is a major site of lipid and steroid synthesis, helps detoxify drugs and poisons (notably in liver cells), and has roles in calcium storage and carbohydrate metabolism.
Rough ER has membrane-bound ribosomes and synthesizes proteins destined for secretion, for insertion into membranes, or for lysosomes. Smooth ER lacks ribosomes, is a major site of lipid and steroid synthesis, helps detoxify drugs and poisons (notably in liver cells), and has roles in calcium storage and carbohydrate metabolism.
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