The DNA molecule is packaged into thread-like structures called ____________.

A) conjugates
B) prokaryotes
C) chromosomes
D) heterochromatins
E) endospores

Chromosomes

Long strands of DNA wrapped around proteins, found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells, containing genes that are passed from one generation to the next.

Heterochromatins

Densely packed form of DNA found in chromosomes, which is transcriptionally inactive and often associated with gene repression.

Endospores

Highly resistant, dormant structures formed by some bacteria to survive extreme environmental conditions.