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Definition: The nucleus is a membrane bound structure that contains the cell's hereditary information and controls the cell's growth and reproduction. It is commonly the most prominent organelle in the cell.

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The nucleus is the "nerve center" of a eukaryotic cell. Find out more about this organelle.
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