Unit 1 Chapter 2 Nucleus

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Usually, how long is it in diameter?
10-20 µm
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It contains...
DNA
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DNA and protein comprises what?
the chromosomes
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The chromosomes direct, what? Why?
Protein synthesis because they are the site of transcription
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It is bounded by two membranes called, what?
the nuclear envelope
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The nuclear envelope has pores which allow the passage of...
large molecules, such as mRNA and ribosomes
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What is the granular material in the nucleus?
Nucleoplasm
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What does the nucleoplasm contain?
Chromatin *made of coils of DNA bound to protein)
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Chromatin condenses into...
Chromosomes
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What are the sites of formation of rRNA?
Nucleolus
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