A major function of the nucleolus is to
A) control the movement of substances into and out of the nucleus.
B) manufacture and store DNA.
C) make ribosomal RNA components.
D) replicate DNA molecules.
E) import proteins into the nucleus for RNA synthesis.

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The nucleolus is primarily involved in the synthesis and assembly of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) components, which are essential for the formation of ribosomes, the cell's protein factories.

A Major Function of the Nucleolus Is to