QuestionBiology / cell
Which one of the following correctly represents RER?
- (a) Endoplasmic reticulum having no ribosomes attached to its surface
- (b) Endoplasmic reticulum having ribosomes attached to its surface
- (c) Endoplasmic reticulum with rounded vesicles
- (d) Endoplasmic reticulum with Golgi appears on its surface
Answer: (b) Endoplasmic reticulum having ribosomes attached to its surface
RER = rough endoplasmic reticulum: studded with ribosomes, makes proteins for secretion and membranes. SER has no ribosomes and makes lipids, detoxifies.