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Membranes attached to the outside of the nuclear membrane

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Attached to the outside of the nuclear membrane are many other membranes of what structure, which appear to be important in assisting the two-way flow of materials to and from the nucleus?

Correct Answer

endoplasmic reticulum

Explanation

Attached to the outside of the nuclear membrane are many thin membranes of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). This physical connection appears to be important in assisting the two-way flow of materials to and from the nucleus, effectively linking the nucleus to the broader internal membrane system of the cell.

Reference

Biology: A Self-Teaching Guide


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