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6. The percentage of total cellular RNA represented by ribosomal RNA (rRNA) is approximately

A. 3% to 5%
B. 10% to 15%
C. 80%
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D. 95%

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Ribosomal RNA is the most abundant form of RNA in the cell because ribosomes are present in vast numbers to meet translational demands.

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  • 3% to 5%
  • 10% to 15%
  • 80%
  • 95%

Ribosomal RNA is the most abundant form of RNA in the cell because ribosomes are present in vast numbers to meet translational demands.

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