Which structure in an animal cell controls the activities of the cell and contains the genetic material?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The nucleus
- Step 1: Genetic material is stored as DNA in chromosomes. Step 2. In animal cells the chromosomes are inside the nucleus. Answer: The nucleus, which holds the chromosomes. Why not the others: Mitochondria release energy, ribosomes make proteins and the membrane controls what enters and leaves.
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