Textbook Question
Although cells have differences that reflect their special functions in the body, what functional abilities do all cells exhibit?
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2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components
Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic Cells
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Which organelle packages the genetic/hereditary material in eukaryotes but not in prokaryotic cells?
A
Nucleus.
B
Mitochondria.
C
Chloroplasts.
D
Nucleolus.
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Understand the difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, while prokaryotic cells do not.
Identify the organelle responsible for packaging genetic material in eukaryotic cells. This organelle is the nucleus, which houses the cell's DNA.
Recognize that prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus. Their genetic material is located in a region called the nucleoid, which is not membrane-bound.
Consider the other options: Mitochondria and chloroplasts are involved in energy production and photosynthesis, respectively, and do not package genetic material. The nucleolus is involved in ribosome synthesis within the nucleus.
Conclude that the nucleus is the correct organelle that packages genetic material in eukaryotic cells, distinguishing them from prokaryotic cells.
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