When subcellular components from disrupted cells are separated using centrifugation, the primary factor that determines whether a specific cellular component remains in the liquid solution or ends up in the pellet is
A. the relative size and weight of the component.
B. the relative solubility of the component.
C. how hydrophobic the component is.
D. the carbohydrate composition of the component.
Answer:A
When subcellular components from disrupted cells are separated using centrifugation, the primary factor that determines whether a specific cellular component remains in the liquid solution or ends up in the pellet is
A. the relative size and weight of the component. B. the relative solubility of the component. C. how hydrophobic the component is. D. the carbohydrate composition of the component.