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Write the functions of the following
a) Centromere
b) Cell wall
c) Smooth ER
d) Golgi Apparatus
e) Centrioles

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The Functions are discussed below: 

(a)  Centromere: It is important for facilitating proper chromosome segregation.  It is the site of the duplicated chromosome around which the kinetochore is present to attach to the microtubules of the spindle fibres. 
(b) Cell Wall: The cell wall gives structure to the cell and protects it from injuries. It also helps with lining all the contents of the cell together.  Apart from this it also acts as a barrier to undesirable macromolecules
(c) Smooth ER: Smooth ER helps in the synthesizing of protein, lipids and carbohydrates. It also helps in drug detoxification and regulating calcium concentration.
(d) Golgi apparatus: It is a primary site for the formation of glycolipids and glycoproteins. It also plays a vital role during cell division by the formation of cell plates.
(e)Centrioles:  Centrioles help in the cell division of animals by forming asters. It also forms the microtubules and sperm tail.

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