A primary objective of cell fractionation (including differential centrifugation) is to ________.
A) view the structure of cell membranes
B) sort cells based on their size and weight
C) determine the size of various organelles
D) separate the major organelles
E) separate lipid-soluble from water-soluble molecules

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The primary objective of cell fractionation, including differential centrifugation, is to separate the major organelles of the cell according to their size, density, and other physical properties. This allows for the isolation and study of individual organelles and their functions. Therefore, option D, "separate the major organelles," is the best answer choice. Options A, B, C, and E are not the primary objectives of cell fractionation.

A Primary Objective of Cell Fractionation (Including Differential Centrifugation) Is