Which of the organelles in a cell contain nucleic acid?
1 Answer
Jul 7, 2018
Here.
Explanation:
1. Nucleus:
- This contains the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). You might even find RNA (ribonucleic acid) in the form of mRNA (messenger RNA), tRNA (transfer RNA) or rRNA (ribosomal RNA).
2. Ribosome:
- Ribosomes are made of rRNA. You might also find mRNA or tRNA if translation is taking place.
3. Mitrochondria:
- This contains circular naked DNA. That's why it's capable of self-division.
4. Chloroplasts:
- Same as mitrochondria.
P.S . Cytoplasm will also have tRNA and possibly mRNA, but it's not an organelle.