Biology
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Question
Extremely long molecule of DNA that is tightly folded to fit inside the cell component is called _____________?
A
Nucleus
B
Chromosome
C
Chromatid
D
Chromatin body
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A
Nucleus
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B
Chromosome
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C
Chromatid
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D
Chromatin body
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Explanation
In bacteria, the extremely long DNA molecule is tightly coiled and folded to fit within the cell, forming a structure commonly referred to as the chromatin body (or nucleoid).