1. A nucleus that is not actively functioning or producing activity; in biology, refers to a cell nucleus that is not engaged in active metabolic or reproductive processes
The inactive nucleus remained dormant until stimulated by external factors.
O núcleo inativo permaneceu dormente até ser estimulado por fatores externos.
2. In organizational or administrative contexts, a department, division, or core unit that is not currently operational or engaged in its primary functions
The company decided to restructure the inactive nucleus of the department.
A empresa decidiu reestruturar o núcleo inativo do departamento.