Which nuclear component is directly involved in ribosome subunit assembly?
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Correct answer: The nucleolus
The nucleolus is the site of ribosomal subunit assembly, combining rRNA with ribosomal proteins. The completed subunits are then exported through nuclear pores to the cytoplasm.
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