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.