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CBSE - Biology - The Fundamental Unit of Life

The Fundamental Unit of Life

Long Answer Type

 Draw a well labelled diagram of an eukaryotic nucleus. How is it different from nucleoid?

Nucleus Nucleoid
Nucleus is the control centre of the cell It is a part of the cell.
It is the central membrane enclosed organelle found in a eukaryotic cell. It is present in the prokaryotic cells.
It is covered by a perforated, distinct nuclear membrane allowing substances to enter and leave the nucleus Nuclear material is dispersed in the protoplasm of the cell.
It has many number of chromosomes. It has a single chromosome which carries genetic information.
Nucleolus and nucleoplasm are present. Nucleolus and nucleoplasm are not specifically present.
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