Ribosomes (subsection of 3.4) Flashcards
1
Q
What are ribosomes?
A
They are small cytoplasmic granules found in all cells
2
Q
What is the function of ribsomes?
A
- Site of protein synthesis
3
Q
What are the two types of ribsomes?
A
- 80s
- 70s
4
Q
What are the characteristics of 80s ribosomes?
A
They are larger and found in eukaryotic cells
5
Q
What are the characteristics of 70s ribosomes?
A
They are smaller and found in prokaryotic cells
