Nucleolus

Definition

The nucleolus is a small, dense region within the nucleus of a cell where ribosomal RNA (rRNA) is produced and assembled with proteins to form ribosomes.

Related terms

Nucleus:

This is like the entire factory building itself. It's an organelle that houses the cell's DNA and controls its activities, including growth and reproduction.

Chromatin:

This can be compared to blueprints or instructions for products in our factory analogy. Chromatin consists of DNA and protein that make up chromosomes.

RNA Polymerase:

Like workers who follow instructions to assemble products, RNA polymerase is an enzyme that synthesizes RNA by following a DNA sequence.