In liver cells, the smooth endoplasmic reticulum produces enzymes that help in

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Endoplasmic reticulum:
Endoplasmic reticulum is a large network of fluid-filled, double-walled membranes interconnecting tubules.
The endoplasmic reticulum is of two types:
i) Rough endoplasmic reticulum: ER, which possesses ribosomes and has a rough surface.
ii) Smooth endoplasmic reticulum: ER, which does not possess ribosomes and has a smooth surface.
Rough endoplasmic reticulum is responsible for the synthesis and transport of proteins.
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum is responsible for the synthesis of lipids as well as detoxifies many drugs in liver cells and unwanted substances entering our body.
Final Answer: In liver cells, the smooth endoplasmic reticulum produces enzymes that help in detoxification.

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