Multiple Choice
In a typical eukaryotic cell, in what part of the cell does DNA transcription primarily occur?
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5. DNA to RNA to Protein
DNA Transcription
Multiple Choice
In a typical eukaryotic cell, where does DNA transcription primarily occur?
A
In the Golgi apparatus
B
On ribosomes in the cytosol
C
In the nucleus
D
In lysosomes
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that DNA transcription is the process by which a segment of DNA is copied into RNA by the enzyme RNA polymerase.
Recall that in eukaryotic cells, DNA is housed within the nucleus, which serves as the control center of the cell.
Recognize that transcription requires access to DNA, so it must occur where DNA is located, which is inside the nucleus.
Note that other organelles like the Golgi apparatus, ribosomes, and lysosomes have different functions unrelated to DNA transcription.
Conclude that DNA transcription primarily occurs in the nucleus of a typical eukaryotic cell.
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