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What is the primary function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum in a plant cell?
What is the primary function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum in a plant cell?
- Cell wall formation
- Lipid synthesis and detoxification (correct)
- Carbohydrate synthesis
- Protein synthesis
Which process is associated with the smooth endoplasmic reticulum in a plant cell?
Which process is associated with the smooth endoplasmic reticulum in a plant cell?
- Detoxification of harmful substances (correct)
- Storage of genetic material
- Synthesis of chlorophyll
- Metabolism of carbohydrates
What distinguishes the smooth endoplasmic reticulum from the rough endoplasmic reticulum in a plant cell?
What distinguishes the smooth endoplasmic reticulum from the rough endoplasmic reticulum in a plant cell?
- Site of ATP synthesis
- Forms transport vesicles
- Lacks ribosomes on its surface (correct)
- Involved in protein synthesis
