Which of the following defines the S designation denoted in a 30S rRNA molecule?
A)number of sugars
B)sedimentation coefficient
C)splicing coefficient
D)sequence repeats

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The S designation in a 30S rRNA molecule refers to its sedimentation coefficient, which is a measure of the rate at which it sedimentates in a centrifugation gradient. The sedimentation coefficient is influenced by the size and shape of the molecule, as well as its density and composition.

Which of the Following Defines the S Designation Denoted in a 30S