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Absolute zero (ā273.15°C) is the coldest possible temperature ā at which atoms nearly stop moving.
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Absolute zero (ā273.15°C) is the coldest possible temperature ā at which atoms nearly stop moving.
Which of the following is true for the nucleolus?
It takes part in spindle formation.
It is a membrane-bound structure.
Larger nucleoli are present in dividing cells.
It is a site for active ribosomal RNA synthesis.
To solve this problem, we need to determine which statement about the nucleolus is true. Let's analyze each option:Option 1: It takes part in spindle formation. - The nucleolus is not involved in spindle formation. Spindle formation is primarily associated with the centrosomes and microtubules during cell division.Option 2: It is a membrane-bound structure. - The nucleolus is not a membrane-bound structure. It is a dense region within the nucleus where ribosomal RNA (rRNA) synthesis occurs.Option 3: Larger nucleoli are present in dividing cells. - Larger nucleoli are typically found in cells that are actively producing proteins, not necessarily dividing cells. Dividing cells may have smaller nucleoli as the nucleolus disassembles during mitosis.Option 4: It is a site for active ribosomal RNA synthesis. - This statement is true. The nucleolus is the site where rRNA is synthesized and combined with proteins to form ribosomal subunits.Therefore, the correct option is Option 4: It is a site for active ribosomal RNA synthesis.
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