nucleus vs outgrowth

nucleus

noun
  • A large membrane-enclosed organelle found in eukaryotic cells which contains genetic material. 

  • The central part of a syllable, most commonly a vowel. 

  • The core, central part of something, around which other elements are assembled. 

  • An initial part or version that will receive additions. 

  • The massive, positively charged central part of an atom, made up of protons and neutrons. 

  • A ganglion, cluster of many neuronal bodies where synapsing occurs. 

outgrowth

noun
  • An appendage of an animal. 

  • A branch or offshoot of a plant. 

  • Excessive growth. 

  • A byproduct or consequence of an action or event. 

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