The very large organelle shown below has genetic control of a cell's activities. What is the name of this structure?
A) Mitochondrion
B) Endoplasmic reticulum
C) Nucleus
D) Vacuole
E) Golgi apparatus

Question

The very large organelle shown below has genetic control of a cell's activities. What is the name of this structure? 
A) Mitochondrion 
B) Endoplasmic reticulum 
C) Nucleus 
D) Vacuole 
E) Golgi apparatus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The large organelle shown in the image is the nucleus which contains genetic material in the form of DNA and controls the cell's activities. A is incorrect as mitochondria are responsible for energy production in the cell. B is incorrect as the endoplasmic reticulum is involved in protein and lipid synthesis. D is incorrect as vacuoles are responsible for storage and transportation of substances in the cell. E is incorrect as the Golgi apparatus is involved in modification and packaging of proteins.

The Very Large Organelle Shown Below Has Genetic Control of a Cell's