Question
Describe the structure and functions of nucleus.
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Answer
Structure of Nucleus: Nucleus is a dense, spherical or oval, dot like structure located centrally in the cell. It is bounded by two nuclear membranes, both forming nuclear envelope. Nuclear envelope separates the nucleus from the cytoplasm. It contains large number of pores which control the passage of substances outside or inside the nucleus.
Inside the nuclear envelope is the nucleoplasm or nuclear sap. It is transparent, semi-fluid and contains a large number of enzymes which are required for the synthesis and functioning of $RNA$ and $DNA$. Within the nucleoplasm, two structures are embedded-chromatin material and nucleolus.
Chromatin material is a tangled fibrous mass. The chromatin material condenses to form chromosomes during cell division. Chromosomes contain information for inheritance of features from parents to next generation in the form of $DNA$ (Deoxyribo Nucleic Acid) molecules. Chromosomes are composed of $DNA$ and protein. $DNA$ molecules contain the information necessary for constructing and organising cells. Functional segments of $DNA$ are called genes.
Nucleolus may be one or more in number and is not bounded by any membrane. It is rich in protein and $RNA$ molecules. Nucleolus acts as the site for ribosome formation, hence it is known as factory of ribosomes.
Functions of nucleus:
- Nucleus plays a central role in cellular reproduction, the process by which a single cell divides to form two new cells.
- Nucleus controls cell metabolism and other activities of cell, hence it is also called Master or Director of the cell.
- Along with the environment, nucleus directs the chemical activities of the cell. It determines the development and future form of the cell.
- It is concerned with the transmission of hereditary traits from the parent to offsprings.
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