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A researcher wants to learn more about inherited traits. Which part of a cell might she study to learn about inherited traits?
A.
the nucleus, because it contains chromosomes that hold genetic information responsible for inherited traits

B.
the cell wall, because it holds all of an individual's genetic information

C.
the mitochondrion, because it contains ribosomes that hold genetic information responsible for inherited traits

D.
the cell membrane, because it holds all of an individual's genetic information

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A. the nucleus, because it contains chromosomes that hold genetic information responsible for inherited traits

Explanation: Chromosomes in the nucleus are made of DNA, which carries genes that determine inherited traits. The cell wall and membrane do not store genetic information, and mitochondria have their own small amount of DNA but not the bulk of an individual's genetic information (and ribosomes do not store genetic information).