Question
Which one of the following is the site for active ribosomal RNA synthesis ?
NEET
Botany
Cell - The Unit of Life
2026
NEET 2026 (Cancelled)
NEET Botany Question (2026) — Solution
Options
- A. Centrosome
- B. Chromatin
- C. Nucleolus
- D. Kinetochore
Answer
C. Nucleolus
Step-by-step solution
The nucleolus is a dense, non-membrane bound structure located within the nucleus. It is the primary site for the transcription and processing of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and the assembly of ribosomes. Cells that are actively engaged in protein synthesis typically have larger and more numerous nucleoli. Answer: Nucleolus
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