Module 3 Micronucleus vs Macronucleus

Question 1

Definition

Answer 1

Micronucleus is the small reproductive nucleus of ciliate protozoa
Macronucleus is the large non-reproductive nucleus of ciliate protozoa

Question 2

Amount of DNA

Answer 2

Less DNA
More DNA

Question 3

Function

Answer 3

Responsible for controlling reproduction, genetic reorganization during conjugation and production of macronucleus

Responsible for all the normal functioning and activities taking place in the organism

Question 4

Ploidy level

Answer 4

Diploid
Polyploid

Question 5

Genome type

Answer 5

Germline genome
Somatic genome

Question 6

Transcriptionally active or silent

Answer 6

Silent
Active