[Campbell Biology P.173] The process by which cell biologists obtain pellets enriched in par... | Practice Question

The process by which cell biologists obtain pellets enriched in particular cellular components by centrifuging disrupted cells at sequential speeds is known as:

  • A: Electron Microscopy.
  • B: Light Microscopy.
  • C: Cell Fractionation.
  • D: Compartmentalization.

Explanation

The text explicitly defines cell fractionation as the process by which cell biologists obtain pellets enriched in particular cellular components by centrifuging disrupted cells at sequential speeds. This technique is used to separate and study the functions of different organelles.