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Nucleus

Synonym(s)

  • cell nucleus

Definition(s)

The cellular organelle in eukaryotes that contains most of the genetic material.

Definition from: Human Genome Project InformationThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. at the U.S. Department of Energy

The cell structure that houses the chromosomes.

Definition from: Office of Rare DiseasesThis link leads to a site outside Genetics Home Reference. at the National Institutes of Health

Related discussion in the Handbook

 
Published: January 23, 2009