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What is the function of RNA primers in DNA replication?
What is the function of RNA primers in DNA replication?
- Serve as a template for DNA polymerase
- Proofread the newly synthesized DNA strand
- Provide a starting point for DNA synthesis (correct)
- Help unwind the DNA double helix
Which enzyme is responsible for adding nucleotides in the 5' to 3' direction during DNA replication?
Which enzyme is responsible for adding nucleotides in the 5' to 3' direction during DNA replication?
- Ligase
- Helicase
- DNA polymerase (correct)
- RNA polymerase
What is the main role of DNA polymerase during DNA replication?
What is the main role of DNA polymerase during DNA replication?
- Proofread the newly synthesized DNA strand
- Add nucleotides to the growing DNA strand (correct)
- Unwind the DNA double helix
- Separate the two DNA strands
Which molecule serves as a building block for the synthesis of a new DNA strand during replication?
Which molecule serves as a building block for the synthesis of a new DNA strand during replication?
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During DNA replication, which enzyme is responsible for removing RNA primers and replacing them with DNA sequences?
During DNA replication, which enzyme is responsible for removing RNA primers and replacing them with DNA sequences?
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