The monomer of tubulin:

a. Has 3 subunits in it
b. Is a monomer with a molecular weight of 42 kDa
c. Is a dimer with a molecular weight of 220 kDa
d. Is a heterodimer with a total molecular weight of 110 kDa
e. None of the above


Answer: d. Is a heterodimer with a total molecular weight of 110 kDa

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