Page 13 - The Cell and Its Components

 Ribosome - Ribosomes are made inside the
nucleolus and then sent outside the nucleus to
make proteins.

Genetic Information
The most important function of the nucleus is to store the
cell's genetic information in the form of DNA. DNA holds
the instructions for how the cell should work. DNA stands
for deoxyribonucleic acid. The molecules of DNA are
organized into special structures called chromosomes.
Sections of DNA are called genes which hold hereditary
information such as eye color and height. You can go
here to learn more about DNA and chromosomes.

Other Functions