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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Endomembrane System: Protein Secretion

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Endomembrane System: Protein Secretion

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How does the rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER) differ from the smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER)?

The rough ER contains ribosomes on its surface, while the smooth ER does not.

The rough ER is involved in protein synthesis, while the smooth ER is involved in lipid synthesis.

The rough ER is found only in animal cells, while the smooth ER is found only in plant cells.

The rough ER is responsible for detoxification, while the smooth ER is responsible for protein folding.

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Understand the structure of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER): The ER is a network of membranes within the cell, and it comes in two forms: rough and smooth.

Identify the rough ER: The rough ER is characterized by the presence of ribosomes on its surface, which gives it a 'rough' appearance under a microscope.

Identify the smooth ER: The smooth ER lacks ribosomes on its surface, giving it a 'smooth' appearance.

Determine the function of the rough ER: The rough ER is primarily involved in protein synthesis due to the ribosomes attached to its surface, which are the sites of protein production.

Determine the function of the smooth ER: The smooth ER is involved in lipid synthesis and also plays a role in detoxification processes within the cell.