Which of the following is concerned with the synthesis and transport of lipids and steroids within a cell?

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Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

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Rough endoplasmic reticulum

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Nuclear membrane

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The correct option is B
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER) is associated with the production and metabolism of fats and steroid hormones.

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Which of the following is concerned with the synthesis and transport of lipids and steroids within a cell?

The correct option is B Smooth endoplasmic reticulum Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER) is associated with the production and metabolism of fats and steroid hormones.

The correct option is B
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum

Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (SER) is associated with the production and metabolism of fats and steroid hormones.