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The length of DNA molecule greatly exceeds the dimensions of the nucleus

The length of DNA molecule greatly exceeds the dimensions of the nucleus in eukaryotic cells. How is this DNA accommodated?

Options

(a) super-coiling in nucleosomes
(b) DN ase disgestion
(c) through elimination of repititive DNA
(d) deletion of non-essential genes.

Correct Answer:

super-coiling in nucleosomes

Explanation:

The nucleosome model explains the packaging of histone proteins and DNA in the chromatin material which forms the chromosome.

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