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what is the main function of the nucleus in a plant cell?
to produce steroid hormones
to give structure and organization to the cell
to direct cell activities by sending instructions to different parts of the cell
to store waste in the cell
The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material (DNA). It directs cell activities such as growth, metabolism, and reproduction by sending instructions (via RNA) to different parts of the cell. Producing steroid hormones is not a main function of the plant cell nucleus. Giving structure and organization is more related to the cytoskeleton. Storing waste is a function of vacuoles.
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