Nucleus and Control Tower

In many ways, the nucleus of a cell is like the control tower of an airport. 

The nucleus is a rough spherical structure in a cell. The main function of a nucleus is to carry out all of the cell's processes and functions. It controls and regulates all of the cell's activities. The nucleus communicates with the surrounding cytosol through the numerous nuclear pores. It contains DNA (genetic information) of the cell. This carries out the coded instructions for all  cell activities. 





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​​Similar​​​ to a nucleus, the control tower controls the activities of the airplanes. It controls what planes will land and when/where they will land. This tower has a very important role in order for the airport to function successfully. It provides information and support for the other pilots. The control tower controls the major activities and processes of the airport. The nucleus of a cell contains important genetic material of a cell which helps control its processes. Similarly, the control tower contains important information about the flights. This specific information helps control the different planes at different times. ​​​​​​

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So, an analogy of the nucleus would be the control tower of an airport.