The nucleus, controlling all of the cell's activities and containing its genetic information, remains the most important organelle of the cell today. Although the first observations of the nucleus can be dated back to the 1700s, Robert Brown is often the man given credit for its discovery. In 1831, he noticed an opaque mark in a plant cell. Brown was not aware at the time, but he had sparked thought for many scientists. Soon it was discovered that the nucleus could be found in more than just plant cells. To this day, the nucleus is praised for being the “CEO” of the cell.
The main function of the nucleus is to control the cell's activities. The nucleus is responsible for controlling the cell’s growth, intermediary metabolism, protein synthesis (or the formation of RNA), and reproduction/cell division. The nucleus is also responsible for containing the cell’s genetic information in the form of DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid. At least 6 feet of DNA can be found within the nucleus. DNA is divided into molecules where chromosomes can be found. In order for DNA to function, it has to have a precise order inside the nucleus. …show more content…
It is coated with nuclear pores that allow some materials inside the nucleus, while not permitting access to others. Eukaryotic cells only contain one nucleus that appear to have a rounded or oval like structure. It is found inside the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells. Animal and plant cells fall under the category of eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotic cells, such as bacteria, do not contain a nucleus. As shown under the transmission electron microscope, the nucleus is located towards the center of the cell and can be identified as the large dark
The main function of the nucleus is to control the cell's activities. The nucleus is responsible for controlling the cell’s growth, intermediary metabolism, protein synthesis (or the formation of RNA), and reproduction/cell division. The nucleus is also responsible for containing the cell’s genetic information in the form of DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid. At least 6 feet of DNA can be found within the nucleus. DNA is divided into molecules where chromosomes can be found. In order for DNA to function, it has to have a precise order inside the nucleus. …show more content…
It is coated with nuclear pores that allow some materials inside the nucleus, while not permitting access to others. Eukaryotic cells only contain one nucleus that appear to have a rounded or oval like structure. It is found inside the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells. Animal and plant cells fall under the category of eukaryotic cells. Prokaryotic cells, such as bacteria, do not contain a nucleus. As shown under the transmission electron microscope, the nucleus is located towards the center of the cell and can be identified as the large dark