Question

Lipid synthesis is performed by:

• A. (a) Rough ER
• B. (b) Smooth ER
• C. (c) Both of above
• D. (d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

(b) Smooth ER

The correct option is (b)

Explanation of the correct option

1. Endoplasmic Reticulum are of two types
2. SER is the smooth endoplasmic reticulum that carries out the function of lipid synthesis.
3. RER is the rough endoplasmic reticulum and has Ribosomes on its surface and carries out the function of protein synthesis.

Explanation of the incorrect option

Option (a) Rough ER contains ribosomes on its surface and carries out the process of protein synthesis.

Final answer

Lipid synthesis is performed by smooth ER.