Chromosomes

Chromosomes are like a computer it helps the cell grow, Think of it as giving it updates.
it also makes it thrive and reproduce. Just like we are made up of DNA so are they too.

"Segments of DNA in specific patterns are called genes." "Your genes make you who you are." "You will find the chromosomes and genetic material in the nucleus of a cell." " In prokaryotes, DNA floats in the cytoplasm in an area called the nucleoid. "

BOLDED QUOTE'S FROM link down below.
http://www.biology4kids.com/files/cell_chromosome.html

Did you know that not all Chromosomes are visible? They are usually sitting around their buddy called the chromatin, they are uncoiled and loose strands. When they start to reproduce they reduce and wrap around tightly together.