What is the function of the rough endoplasmic reticulum?

Biology · High School · Tue Nov 03 2020

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The endoplasmic reticulum performs the following functions:

  1. 1 . It is responsible for the production and secretion of steroid hormones.
  • 2. It is also responsible for the synthesis of essential lipids such as phospholipids and cholesterol.
  • 3. It is responsible for the metabolism of carbohydrates.
  • 4. ER releases calcium ions, which are necessary for the nervous system and muscular system.

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