A researcher wants to learn more about inherited traits. Which part of a cell might she study to learn about inherited traits?
A.
the cell membrane, because it holds all of an individual's genetic information
B.
the cell wall, because it holds all of an individual's genetic information
C.
the nucleus, because it contains chromosomes that hold genetic information responsible for inherited traits
D.
the mitochondrion, because it contains ribosomes that hold genetic information responsible for inherited traits