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Does the nucleolus have other functions, apart from production of ribosomes?

Answer 1

Nucleoli are primarily involved in the synthesis and assembly of ribosomes.

Nevertheless, they also serve a crucial role in the response of cells to stress and assemble signal recognition particles. Through the process of nucleolar detention, they immobilize specific proteins.

Because of its close proximity to chromosomal material and crucial function in ribosome assembly, the nucleolus is thought to be the root cause of a number of diseases.

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Answer 2

Julian Aguilar

Indeed, the nucleolus is involved in ribosome assembly, RNA processing, sequestration of particular proteins and RNAs, regulation of the cell cycle, stress response, and cell signaling, among other functions beyond ribosome production.

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