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Ch. 3 The Cellular Level of Organization
Martini - Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology 11th Edition
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Capitolo 3, Problema 16

What are the four major functions of the endoplasmic reticulum?

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Understand that the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is an organelle in eukaryotic cells that plays a key role in the synthesis, folding, modification, and transport of proteins and lipids.
Identify that the ER has two types: rough ER (with ribosomes) and smooth ER (without ribosomes), each contributing to different functions.
List the first major function: Protein synthesis and processing, primarily carried out by the rough ER where ribosomes translate mRNA into proteins.
List the second major function: Lipid synthesis, which is mainly the role of the smooth ER, producing phospholipids and steroids essential for cell membranes.
List the third and fourth major functions: Detoxification of drugs and harmful substances (smooth ER) and storage of calcium ions, which are important for cellular signaling.

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Structure of the Endoplasmic Reticulum

The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is a network of membranous tubules and sacs within the cell. It exists in two forms: rough ER, studded with ribosomes, and smooth ER, which lacks ribosomes. Understanding its structure helps explain its diverse functions in the cell.
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Endoplasmic Reticulum

Protein Synthesis and Processing

The rough ER is primarily involved in synthesizing proteins destined for secretion or membrane insertion. Ribosomes on its surface translate mRNA into polypeptides, which are then folded and modified within the ER lumen.
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Lipid Metabolism and Detoxification

The smooth ER plays a key role in lipid synthesis, including phospholipids and steroids, and in detoxifying harmful substances. It also regulates calcium ion storage, which is vital for various cellular processes.
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Diffusion is important in body fluids, because it tends to

(a) Increase local concentration gradients

(b) Eliminate local concentration gradients

(c) Move substances against concentration gradients

(d) Create concentration gradients

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When a cell is placed in a(n)___solution, the cell will lose water through osmosis. This process results in the___ of red blood cells

(a) hypotonic; crenation

(b) hypertonic; crenation

(c) isotonic; hemolysis

(d) hypotonic; hemolysis

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List five important factors that influence diffusion rates.

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By what three major transport mechanisms do substances get into and out of cells?

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What are the primary functions of membrane proteins?

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Microvilli are found

(a) Mostly in muscle cells

(b) On the inside of plasma membranes

(c) In large numbers on cells that secrete hormones

(d) In cells that are actively engaged in absorption

(e) Only on cells lining the reproductive tract

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