Biology 2010 Student Edition

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 9780133669510
ISBN 13: 978-0-13366-951-0

Chapter 7, Cell Structure and Function - 7.2 - Cell Structure - 7.2 Assessment - Page 205: 3a

Answer

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

Work Step by Step

The rough endoplasmic reticulum has ribosomes on its cristae, which gives it a spotted appearance, thus the name "Rough" ER. The smooth endoplasmic reticulum does not have ribosomes on its cristae.
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