The ribosomes of prokaryotes are of the 70S type. What are the two subunits of these ribosomes?
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Correct answer: 50S and 30S
Prokaryotic ribosomes are about 15 nm by 20 nm in size. They are made of two subunits, 50S and 30S, which together form the 70S prokaryotic ribosome.
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