The Nucleus Flashcards
1
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Nuclear envelope
A
- surrounds the nucleus
- encases genetic information
- 2 lipid bilayer membranes
2
Q
Nuclear pores
A
- Transports large molecules
- moves molecules like RNA and proteins to the nucleus
- selectively permeable for transportation
3
Q
Nucleoplasm
A
- granular jelly like material
- makes up the bulk of the nucleus
4
Q
Chromosomes
A
- made up of nucleic acids and proteins
- carries genes for genetic information
5
Q
Nucleolus
A
- small spherical region in the nucleus
- Makes ribosomes
