Which of the following best describes the purpose of the chromosomes in the nucleusof a cell? A. To store the genetic instructions needed to specify traits

B. To release energy by breaking down food molecules

C. To transport nutrients into and out of the cell

D. To protect the cell from microorganisms

A. To store the genetic instructions needed to specify traits.

A chromosome is made of a strand of DNA that's encoded with genes.

to store the genetic instructions needed to specify traits

good thing- during decomposition the organic molecules in organic matter are broken down into simpler organic molecules that require further decomposition or into mineralised nutrients

bad thing- it can be harmful in crop productivity

primary succession begins with a bare rock and ends with a forest secondary succession begins after a natural disaster where there is a temporary setback after a forest fire or local destruction, but the surrounding area can fill in