Question

Which part of the cell is called the brain of the cell?

[Review question: Pg. No: 68]

• A. Nuclear membrane
• B. Cell wall
• C. Cell membrane
• D. Nucleus

Answer 1

The correct option is D Nucleus

• The nucleus is referred to as the brain of the cell as it contains genetic information, It contains chromosomes which house the DNA.
• The cell nucleus acts like the brain of the cell. It helps in control of eating, movement and reproduction of the cell. It works as the cell's control center.