Chapter 21, Problem 21.1E

What is the principal location of DNA within the eukaryotic cell?

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The main site where DNA is located in the eukaryotic cell is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid, is a biological macromolecule. In organisms, it carries genetic information and is required for protein production, cell reproduction; regulation and metabolism. There are four base types of DNA: adenine (A), cytosine (C), guanine (G) and thymine (T).

Answer to Problem 21.1E

The main site where DNA is located in the eukaryotic cell is nucleus.

Explanation of Solution

Nucleosome refers to a repetitive chromatin structural unit in eukaryotic cells that contains a segment of DNA and histones. Nucleosomes form a chromosome by folding into a number of structures of gradually higher order.

In eukaryotic cells, DNA is located in the nuclei of cells.

Conclusion

DNA is present inside the nucleus of the cell in eukaryotic organisms.