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Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to productivity?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to productivity?
Which of the following is NOT a topic covered in Part I-B?
Which of the following is NOT a topic covered in Part I-B?
What is the C-value of a set of chromosomes?
What is the C-value of a set of chromosomes?
What is the haploid number of chromosomes in humans?
What is the haploid number of chromosomes in humans?
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Homologous chromosomes carry the same genes at the same loci.
Homologous chromosomes carry the same genes at the same loci.
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DNA replication occurs during both mitosis and meiosis.
DNA replication occurs during both mitosis and meiosis.
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DNA replication proceeds in only one direction.
DNA replication proceeds in only one direction.
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What is the primary function of DnaB in DNA replication?
What is the primary function of DnaB in DNA replication?
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What is the name of the specific site on the E. coli chromosome where DNA replication initiates?
What is the name of the specific site on the E. coli chromosome where DNA replication initiates?
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What is the role of TUS protein in DNA replication termination?
What is the role of TUS protein in DNA replication termination?
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Eukaryotic genomes are typically smaller than bacterial genomes.
Eukaryotic genomes are typically smaller than bacterial genomes.
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What is the primary difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA replication in terms of origin of replication?
What is the primary difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA replication in terms of origin of replication?
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What are the two main types of DNA replication processes?
What are the two main types of DNA replication processes?
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Telomeres are found at the ends of linear chromosomes and prevent the loss of genetic information during replication.
Telomeres are found at the ends of linear chromosomes and prevent the loss of genetic information during replication.
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What is the role of the sliding clamp in DNA replication?
What is the role of the sliding clamp in DNA replication?
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The cell cycle of eukaryotes includes a resting phase (G0) where cells are not actively dividing.
The cell cycle of eukaryotes includes a resting phase (G0) where cells are not actively dividing.
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What is the primary function of DNA ligase in DNA replication?
What is the primary function of DNA ligase in DNA replication?
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In eukaryotes, sister chromatids are held together by cohesins.
In eukaryotes, sister chromatids are held together by cohesins.
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What is the name of the protein that cleaves cohesins during anaphase?
What is the name of the protein that cleaves cohesins during anaphase?
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The human genome is 1200 times larger than the E. coli genome.
The human genome is 1200 times larger than the E. coli genome.
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Eukaryotic replisomes replicate DNA at a much faster rate than prokaryotic replisomes.
Eukaryotic replisomes replicate DNA at a much faster rate than prokaryotic replisomes.
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What is the primary difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA replication in terms of the structure of their chromosomes?
What is the primary difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA replication in terms of the structure of their chromosomes?
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Okazaki fragments are larger in prokaryotes than in eukaryotes.
Okazaki fragments are larger in prokaryotes than in eukaryotes.
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Eukaryotic DNA replication has a formal termination sequence.
Eukaryotic DNA replication has a formal termination sequence.
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Eukaryotic DNA replication occurs only during the S phase of the cell cycle.
Eukaryotic DNA replication occurs only during the S phase of the cell cycle.
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The ______ phase is where a cell prepares for DNA replication by growing in size and synthesizing essential molecules.
The ______ phase is where a cell prepares for DNA replication by growing in size and synthesizing essential molecules.
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Which of the following processes are NOT involved in eukaryotes' DNA replication?
Which of the following processes are NOT involved in eukaryotes' DNA replication?
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In eukaryotes, DNA replication occurs only at the S phase of the cell cycle.
In eukaryotes, DNA replication occurs only at the S phase of the cell cycle.
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Match the following proteins with their functions in DNA replication:
Match the following proteins with their functions in DNA replication:
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Why is the process of DNA replication important?
Why is the process of DNA replication important?
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Study Notes
Productivity Myth vs. Reality
- Perceived productivity: Hard work is the key.
- Actual reality: Exercise, healthy eating, and sleep are more effective for productivity. Time off is also important.
DNA Replication in Biological Systems
- Part I-B: This section focuses on the DNA content in cells, the cell cycle in eukaryotes, DNA replication in E. coli, comparing DNA replication between prokaryotes and eukaryotes, and meiosis in eukaryotes.
- DNA content of cells: n-value is the number of chromosomes in a single set. C-value is the weight of a single set of chromosomes in picograms (pg). Gametes are reference points for animals for their n chromosomes and C DNA content.
- Human Chromosomes: Humans have 46 chromosomes (2n = 46); males have 6.41 pg of DNA, and females have 6.51 pg. Homologous pairs have similar DNA sequences, the same genes located at the same loci, and the same centromere location.
- DNA replication: The process of duplicating DNA.
- Mitosis (cell cycle): DNA replication is vital for this process. Sister chromatids get separated during mitotic division. Important note: Homologous chromosomes don't pair in mitosis.
- Meiosis: DNA replication occurs before meiosis, creating a reduction in chromosome number, that is, they are halved.
- Prokaryotes (E. coli): Bacteria use DNA replication for binary fission.
- Eukaryotes: Used in mitosis and meiosis.
DNA Replication in E. coli
- Structure of OriC (E.coli): Circular DNA with specific sequences (ter 10 x 23-mers, A-J). These sequences create terminuses, or ends to the replication forks.
- Initiation: DnaA, DnaC (helicase), and Gyrase proteins are crucial for initiating DNA replication.
- Initiation Process: DnaC loads on the lagging strand, DnaB (helicase) follows, Gyrase is there to reduce torsional stresses of the DNA. DnaB (helicase) advances and DnaA displaces as a result.
- Elongation: DNA polymerase III is the main enzyme for replication with RNA primers (roughly 10-60 nucleotides).
- Okazaki fragments: Lagging strand synthesis is discontinuous, forming short fragments, which are later joined.
- Continuous Synthesis (Leading Strand): Synthesis follows the replication fork in one direction.
- Termination: This stops when the replication fork meets in the middle of the DNA, facilitated by proteins such as Tus, TerG, TerF, and so on.
- Decatenation: Topoisomerase IV unwinds the entangled circular chromosomes into single circular DNA.
- DNA replication video: Video links are provided for further understanding of the process.
DNA replication in Eukaryotes
- Eukaryotic genomes are significantly larger than bacterial genomes.
- Eukaryotes have a slower replication machinery than prokaryotes, and eukaryotes have linear chromosomes, unlike bacteria with circular chromosomes.
- Cell cycle: The process the cell goes through, including DNA replication (during S phase), other phases, and more.
Telomeres
- Telomeres are structures at the ends of linear chromosomes to prevent loss of genetic material, particularly during replication.
Differences between Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
- Prokaryotic DNA replication is usually faster and more simple, with fewer mechanisms involved, while eukaryotic replication is more complex due to longer genomes and linear nature of chromosomes.
Additional Slides
- These slides provide further details and descriptions of the different processes and molecules involved.
Function of Gyrase in DNA Replication
- Gyrase reduces torsional stresses in the DNA. A video link is included.
Cell Cycle (Eukaryotes)
- The stages of the cell cycle (including DNA replication), and different phases of mitosis are explained with an illustration showing the stages in a circle.
Initiation (DNA Replication)
- Initiation (starting) of DNA replication process is detailed, including specific proteins and steps.
S-phase Initiation
- Cdc7 kinase and ORC (Origin Recognition Complex) proteins, as well as other related proteins, initiation of DNA replication.
- Other proteins and steps involve further details and processes involved in DNA replication.
Replication Components
- There are diagrams and descriptions of the components of the replication machinery (primosome, helicase, polymerases, etc.).
DNA Polymerase
- The different kinds of DNA polymerase involved are discussed, along with their roles and the locations of these proteins and the reactions they catalyze.
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Explore the intricacies of DNA replication in biological systems, focusing on the DNA content in cells, the cell cycle of eukaryotes, and the comparative DNA replication processes in prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Learn about human chromosomes and the importance of homologous pairs in genetics.
