In the Fractionation of Homogenized Cells Using Centrifugation, the Primary

question 24

Multiple Choice

In the fractionation of homogenized cells using centrifugation, the primary factor that determines whether a specific cellular component ends up in the supernatant or the pellet is

• A) the relative solubility of the component.
• B) the size and weight of the component.
• C) the percentage of carbohydrates in the component.
• D) the presence or absence of nucleic acids in the component.
• E) the presence or absence of lipids in the component.

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