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Q: Can a cell without a nucleus repair itself?
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What function of the cell will be hampered if nucleus and nuclear pore are absent?

If the nucleus is absent then protein synthesis will rapidly stop. Then the cell will rapidly accumulate damage and without the ability to repair itself it will die. A great example of this is red blood cells in non-avian mamals, as their nucleus is broken down during their maturation.


Is a mature red blood cell still considered a cell?

Yes. Even though it looses its nucleus and cannot reproduce or repair itself, it is still considered a cell.


Is a nucleus a plant cell?

No. The nucleus is the part of the cell that holds the DNA. Plant cells have a nucleus, but a nucleus by itself is not a cell.


Are very small simple cells without a nucleus?

Every cell has a nucleus. Without a nucleus there is no DNA in the cell and if you didn't know the nucleus is the brain of the cell.


What is the name for a cell with a nucleus?

It is an Eukaryotic cell. A cell without a nucleus is a Prokaryotic.


Can a cell survive without the nucleus for a short time?

no, a cell can't survive without its nucleus as nucleus is the main brain of the cell. *****A red blood cell is without a nucleus and can survive for 120 days. This cell is very unique to the body because of this.


A cell that has a nucleus?

Basically any cell; without a nucleus how will the cell know its function?


What are blood cells made of?

Red blood cells are produced in the red marrow of long bones. As the cell matures, the nucleus is removed and the cell is packed full of hemoglobin.Since the nucleus is gone and the cell can't repair itself, it will only live around 120 days.


What if a cell had no nucleus?

There would not be a cell without a nucleus it is like saying what if a human without a brain. It is impossible.


What controls activities of the cell?

A cell is a complete structure, it controls itself.


What is Cell with nucleus?

It is called a Eukaryotic cell


What are cells with and without a nucleus called?

A eukaryote cell where the nucleus has been removed is termed enucleated. Cells which do not normally have a nucleus are prokaryotes.