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Nucleus
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núcleo, nucleo
(biology) the part of a cell that contains most of the genetic information
Exemplos
Mutations in genes within the nucleus can lead to genetic disorders and diseases, affecting the normal function of cells and tissues.
Mutações nos genes dentro do núcleo podem levar a distúrbios genéticos e doenças, afetando a função normal das células e tecidos.
02
núcleo, coração
a central or most important group within a larger organization, often responsible for leadership or key decisions
Exemplos
The company 's nucleus of innovative thinkers helped shape its cutting-edge technology.
O núcleo de pensadores inovadores da empresa ajudou a moldar sua tecnologia de ponta.
03
the dense, positively charged core of an atom, made up of protons and neutrons and containing most of the atom's mass
Exemplos
Hydrogen has the simplest nucleus, consisting of only one proton.
04
a distinct cluster of nerve cells within the brain or spinal cord that performs a specific function
Exemplos
Each nucleus in the brainstem has a specialized sensory or motor role.
05
the dense central region of the eye's lens, surrounded by the softer cortex
Exemplos
The opacity was limited to the nucleus, sparing the lens periphery.
06
núcleo, coração
the central core of a comet, which is composed of ice, dust, and rocky materials
Exemplos
The nucleus of Comet Wild 2 was probed by the Stardust mission, which collected samples that offered clues about the origins of our solar system.
O núcleo do cometa Wild 2 foi investigado pela missão Stardust, que coletou amostras que ofereceram pistas sobre as origens do nosso sistema solar.
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the central sound unit of a syllable, usually formed by a vowel or vowel-like element, around which other sounds cluster
Exemplos
The nucleus distinguishes syllabic peaks from surrounding consonants.
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pronucleus
nucleus
