Question

what is the main function of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum in an animal cell? to pull replicated chromosomes apart during cell division to break down waste and worn - out cell parts to produce steroid hormones to fill the space between the cell membrane and the nucleus

Explanation:

The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) in animal cells is involved in lipid synthesis. Steroid hormones are lipids. Pulling replicated chromosomes apart is a function of the spindle fibers during cell division. Breaking down waste and worn - out cell parts is a function of lysosomes. Filling the space between the cell membrane and the nucleus is a function of the cytoplasm.

Answer:

to produce steroid hormones