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The transmission of hereditary characteristics is carried out by ___________.

A
Nucleus
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B
Endoplasmic reticulum
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C
Ribosome
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D
Golgi apparatus
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Lysosome
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Solution

The correct option is C Nucleus

A nucleus is a membrane-bound organelle that contains the cell's chromosome. contains the genetic material responsible for hereditary. A chromosome is a long DNA molecule with the genetic information of an organism. Thus, the nucleus is responsible for carrying and transferring hereditary characteristics.

Hence, the correct option is A.


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