The smooth endoplasmic reticulum is the major site for synthesis of ________
proteins
lipids
carbohydrates
vitamins
A
carbohydrates
B
vitamins
C
proteins
D
lipids
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The correct option is B lipids The network of tiny tubular structures scattered in the cytoplasm is called the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). The endoplasmic reticulum not bearing is called the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER). The SER is the site of lipid synthesis. In animal cells, lipid-like steroidal hormones are synthesized in SER.
So, the correct answer is option B.
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