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Ribosomes in prokaryotes are:

Answer: 70S.

  • A 80S
  • B 70S
  • C 60S
  • D 40S

Correct answer: B. 70S

Explanation: Prokaryotic ribosomes are 70S (50S + 30S subunits). Eukaryotic cytoplasmic ribosomes are 80S.

Labeled diagram of an animal cell showing nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, and other organelles

Animal cell structure with major organelles labeled. Image: LadyofHats (Mariana Ruiz), Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Cell theory, prokaryotic vs eukaryotic cells, organelles and their functions. Foundation of all biology.

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