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What does 'S' stand for in 70S and 80S ribosomes?
ASize
BSpeed
CSvedberg unit
DStructure
✓ Correct Answer: C — Svedberg unit
The Svedberg unit (S) measures the sedimentation rate of particles in an ultracentrifuge.
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