Chromatolysis involves the dissolution of Nissl bodies. What are Nissl bodies composed of?
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Correct answer: Rough endoplasmic reticulum and free ribosomes
Nissl bodies are large clusters of rough ER and ribosomes. Their disappearance during chromatolysis indicates that the cell is reorganizing its protein synthesis machinery for regeneration.
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