Nucleus Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Nucleus?
A
the cell’s control center
2
Q
what gives structure to the nucleus
A
The Nuclear envelope
3
Q
What is the Nuclear envelope
A
a double membrane surrounding the nucleus, lined with pores
4
Q
What is DNA?
A
The cell’s genetic material, in a diffuse state called Chromatin
5
Q
What is the Nucleolus?
A
The center of the nucleus, where ribosomes are manufactured
6
Q
What is the function of DNA in the nucleus?
A
serves as a template for the synthesis of RNA (Transcription)
7
Q
Where are ribosomes manufactured?
A
in the nucleolus
8
Q
Where do RNA and Ribosomes leave the nucleus?
A
through pores in the nuclear envelope
