Let’s take a look at this topic and find out what Endomembrane system is and does. Take not Mitochondria, Chloroplast, peroxisome and ribosomes are not part of Endomembrane system because there functions are not inline with that of Endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, Lysosomes and vescles.

Introduction

Endomembrane system is the complex network of membrane and organelles that was work together for transportation and modifying of proteins and lipids within the eukaryotic cells. It includes: the (RE) endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, Lysosomes and vescles.

The endoplasmic reticulum (ER) is the network of membranes that is involved in variety of processes including protein synthesis, metabolism and storage of calcium within the eukaryotic cells.

There are two types of endoplasmic reticulum, this includes smooth endoplasmic reticulum and rough endoplasmic reticulum. The rough endoplasmic reticulum(RER) is responsible for protein synthesis and folding as it contains ribosomes attached to it.

The synthesized protein is transported to the Golgi apparatus for more processes. The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) this has no ribosomes. It is involved in Lipid metabolism including synthesis of phospholipids, detoxification of drugs and foreign materials. It also stores calcium important for muscle contraction.

Golgi apparatus: this is the complex network of organelles that is involved in progressing, modifying and sorting of proteins and lipids within the eukaryotic cells. It contains membrane bound sac. It receives Protein and lipids in the vescles, modifies and sort them to their destination. Golgi apparatus plays the role in maintaining the structure of the eukaryotic cells.

The lysosomes: this is the network of membrane bound organelles that is involved in recycling of materials and other foreign substances. It contains hydrolytic that breakdown proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acid. It regulates cellular processes. Therefore, the lysosomes maintain the health and function of the eukaryotic cells.

The vescles: this is the smallest membrane bound sacs that is used for transportation of materials within the eukaryotic cells. They transports variety of materials including protein, lipids and other molecules from the endoplasmic reticulum to the golgi apparatus for further processes and sorting.

The prasma membrane: just interact with the Endomembrane system as it transports materials from the outside of the cell to the deferent organelles inside the eukaryotic cells. This separate the outer from the inside environment. The cell membrane consist of the phospholipids bilayer that is semi permeable. It regulates the materials entering and leaving the cell.

Overall, the Endomembrane system is essential for the health, maintenance, functions and structure of the cells.