NUCLEUS, in general, denotes the kernel of a nut, or even any seed enclosed within a husk. The term nucleus is also used for the body of a comet, otherwise called its head.
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NUCLEUS, in general, denotes the kernel of a nut, or even any seed enclosed within a husk. The term nucleus is also used for the body of a comet, otherwise called its head.