Translation guide
The nucleolus is a small dense structure inside the nucleus of a cell, primarily involved in ribosome production. In Japanese, it is most commonly referred to as 核小体 (かくしょうたい).
The learner wants to refer to the nucleolus in a biological context, such as in a science class, research paper, or casual conversation about cells.
This is the standard Japanese term for 'nucleolus' in biology. It is used in textbooks, scientific papers, and everyday contexts when discussing cell structure.
核小体はリボソームの生合成に関与している。
The nucleolus is involved in ribosome biogenesis.
This is a shorter, more traditional term for 'nucleolus', often used in older literature or in certain compound words. It is less common in modern everyday usage but still understood.
The nucleolus disappears during prophase of cell division.
A nucleolus is observed inside the nucleus.