The star-like cytoplasmic body adjacent to the nucleus is called ___.

Mitochondria

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Centrosome

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Plastid

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Glogi bodies

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Solution

The correct option is B
Centrosome

The star-like cytoplasmic body adjacent to the nucleus is called centrosome. It originates from the cytoplasmic materials. They are present in the vicinity of the nucleus of animal cells and in few microorganisms. A few of lower groups of plants also possess centrosome.

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