Ribosomes are made up of multiple subunits of RNA and protein. They are important in cellular function because

A) they are storage bodies for the cell.
B) the provide structural support in the cytoskeleton.
C) they are the site of protein synthesis.
D) they contain genetic information.


Ans: C) they are the site of protein synthesis.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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"K" is the elemental symbol for

A. copper. B. potassium. C. krypton. D. nickel. E. phosphorus.

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Whose discovery of streptomycin stimulated an intense search for other antibiotics?

A. Ehrlich B. Waksman C. Pasteur D. Fleming

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