Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nucleus
noun
/ˈnjuː.kli.əs/
Definition
The nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle found in eukaryotic cells that contains the genetic material.
Examples
- The nucleus of the atom contains protons and neutrons.
- In biology, the nucleus is essential for cell function and reproduction.
- The researcher focused on how the nucleus regulates gene expression.
Meaning
The central part of a cell which holds the DNA and controls the activities of the cell.
Synonyms
- core
- center
- heart
- hub
