Question

question 11
1 part | -- of 1 point

synthesis of lipids and glycogen takes place at the

○ smooth er.
○ ribosomes.
○ rough er.
○ golgi apparatus.
○ mitochondria.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Ribosomes: Involved in protein synthesis, not lipid/glycogen synthesis.
• Rough ER: Has ribosomes, mainly for protein synthesis and processing.
• Golgi apparatus: Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins/lipids, not synthesis site.
• Mitochondria: Produces ATP (energy), not lipid/glycogen synthesis.
• Smooth ER: Functions in lipid synthesis, glycogen synthesis (in some cells), and detoxification. So the synthesis of lipids and glycogen occurs at the smooth ER.

Answer:

A. smooth ER.