What is the most appropriate unit of measurement for macromolecular complexes including ribosomes and microfilaments?
A)picometers
B)angstroms
C)nanometers
D)micrometers
E)centimeters

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Macromolecular complexes such as ribosomes and microfilaments are generally measured in nanometers as they are in the range of 10-100 nm in size. Angstroms and picometers are too small to accurately measure these structures, while micrometers and centimeters are too large.

What Is the Most Appropriate Unit of Measurement for Macromolecular