The prokaryotic ribosome contains __________ subunits.The eukaryotic ribosome contains __________ subunits.
A) 30S and 70S; 40S and 60S
B) 40S and 60S; 30S and 80S
C) 30S and 50S; 40S and 60S
D) 30S and 60S; 40S and 50S

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Prokaryotic ribosomes are made of 30S and 50S subunits, forming a 70S ribosome. Eukaryotic ribosomes are made of 40S and 60S subunits, forming an 80S ribosome.

The Prokaryotic Ribosome Contains __________ Subunits