Question

The picture shows an animal cell with structures X and Y labeled. 

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Which of the following best explains the relationship between structures X and Y?

A.
X, nuclei, are located inside Y, chromosomes, and these structures provide energy for the cell.

B.
X, ribosomes, are located inside Y, the nucleus, and these structures provide protection for the cell.

C.
X, chromosomes, are located inside Y, the nucleus, and these structures store genetic material for the cell.

D.
X, chromosomes, are located inside Y, DNA, and these structures store proteins for the cell.

Answer 1

C

Chromosomes (X) are contained within the nucleus (Y), and chromosomes carry and store the cell's genetic information (DNA).