Recent evidence shows that when chromosomes decondense during interphase, their DNA molecules do not intermingle. Instead, they occupy distinct territories within the nucleus. Considering the structure and location of the following structures, which is most likely to be involved in chromosome location?
A)nuclear pores
B)the nucleolus
C)microfilaments
D)the nuclear lamina and matrix
E)the nuclear envelope

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The nuclear lamina and matrix are known to provide structural support to the nucleus and are also involved in organizing the chromatin structure. Therefore, they are the most likely structures to be involved in chromosome location.

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