Nuclear Parts of a Cell Flashcards
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Nucleus
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Contains chromosomes, & regulates DNA of the cell.
Defining structure of eukaryotic cells
(they all have nucleus).
Passes genetic traits between generations.
Contains nuclear envelop, nucleoplasm, nucleolus, nuclear pores, chromatin, & ribosomes.
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Chromosomes
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Thread like rods of DNA. Short deoxyribonucleic acid, DNA is the genetic material that stores information about the plant/animal.
3
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Chromatin
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DNA & Protein makeup chromosomes
4
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Nucleolus
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Proteins, small/round doesn’t have membrane.
Protein synthesis, synthesizes & stores RNA
5
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Nuclear envelope
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Encloses structures within nucleus. Made of lipids
6
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Nuclear pores
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Exchange materials between the nucleus *cytoplasm
7
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Nucleoplasm
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Liquid like cytoplasm, within nucleus.
