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23. The cytoplasmic organelle primarily responsible for the structural synthesis of lipids, phospholipids, and steroid molecules is the

A. Rough endoplasmic reticulum
B. Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
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C. Golgi apparatus
D. Lysosome

📝 Explanation

The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) lacks ribosomes and contains the specialized enzymatic machinery necessary for lipid and steroid metabolism.

📖 Additional Information

  • Rough endoplasmic reticulum
  • Smooth endoplasmic reticulum
  • Golgi apparatus
  • Lysosome

The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) lacks ribosomes and contains the specialized enzymatic machinery necessary for lipid and steroid metabolism.

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