Biology Chapter on DNA Replication
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Which enzyme unwinds the DNA helix during replication?

  • RNA primase
  • DNA ligase
  • DNA polymerase
  • Helicase (correct)
  • Which enzyme synthesizes the RNA primer during DNA replication?

  • DNA polymerase
  • Helicase
  • RNA primase (correct)
  • Ligase
  • Okazaki fragments are found on which strand during DNA replication?

  • Leading strand
  • Lagging strand (correct)
  • Sense strand
  • Antisense strand
  • Which enzyme joins Okazaki fragments during DNA replication?

    <p>DNA ligase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which direction does DNA polymerase add nucleotides during DNA replication?

    <p>5’ to 3’</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during the elongation phase of DNA replication?

    <p>DNA polymerase adds nucleotides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase marks the end of mitosis with the formation of two nuclei?

    <p>Telophase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many daughter cells are produced in meiosis?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cell structure is critical for chromosome separation during mitosis and meiosis?

    <p>Spindle fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of genetic variation created by meiosis?

    <p>Enables genetic diversity essential for evolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

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