The Cell Tour: NSF & Landmark College Biology Success!
cell nucleus image The Nucleus and Nucleolus
Both plant and animal cells contain a nucleus, where the DNA resides. The structure of the nucleus includes a nuclear envelope surrounding chromatin with openings called pores that allow substances to get in and out of the nucleus. The function is to control cellular reproduction and production of all cell proteins and products of the nucleus.
The nucleolus resides within the nucleus and is where the material for making ribosomes is stored.  Its structure is composed of a darker body visible in the nucleus, its function is to provide material for creating ribosomes.
Question: Besides the nucleolus, what other material is inside the nucleus?
The answer can be found here.
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animal cell image
The Nucleus and Nucleolus are found in both plant and animal cells.
plant cell image
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