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Nucleolar refers to a region of a cell's nucleus where ribosome synthesis and assembly take place. The nucleolar is a distinctive organelle found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells, where the production of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and ribosomal proteins occurs.

The nucleolar consists of a dense granular substance known as nucleolar material, which ranges in color from yellow to orange or brown. This material is rich in RNA and proteins, and is typically found in the vicinity of the nucleolus organizer region (NOR), a region on one or more of the chromosomes that contains genes that encode rRNA and ribosomal proteins.

The process of ribosome synthesis in the nucleolar is complex and involves several stages, including gene transcription, rRNA processing, and ribosome assembly. The nucleolar plays a crucial role in cell growth and protein synthesis, and its malfunction or aberration has been implicated in various diseases, including cancer.

Nucleolar is an essential component of rapidly dividing cells, such as those found in tissues that are under repair or are actively growing. In such cells, the nucleolar is often large and prominent, with a more intense staining pattern compared to quiescent cells. The study of the nucleolar is of particular interest in fields such as molecular biology, cell biology, and oncology.