Question

Differentiate between rough and smooth ER

Answer 1

The difference lies between the two is that the Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum is not bounded by the ribosomes and is known for storing the lipids and proteins. Meanwhile, the Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum is bounded by the ribosomes and store proteins.

Answer 2

$rough \: endoplasmic \: reticulum$

✴️ It has ribosomes on its surface.

✴️ It is present more in protein /enzyme secreting cells.

✴️ It is involved in the synthesis and transport of proteins.


$smooth \: endoplasmic \: reticulum$

✴️ It has no ribosomes attached to it.

✴️ It is present more in cells that synthesize lipids and sterols.

✴️ It is involved in the synthesis of lipids and steroid hormones.