DNA Replication
10 Questions
2 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What are the building units for the synthesis of newly formed DNA strands?

  • Ribonucleotides
  • Ribonucleoside triphosphates
  • Deoxyribonucleoside triphosphates (correct)
  • Deoxyribonucleotides

    • What is the process by which a double-stranded DNA molecule is copied to produce two identical DNA molecules?

  • Replication (correct)
  • Translation
  • Transcription
  • Recombination

    • What is the function of DNA polymerase β in DNA replication?

  • Generating primers for DNA replication
  • Acting as the lead polymerase in DNA synthesis
  • Synthesizing new DNA strands in 5' to 3' direction
  • Repairing DNA (correct)

    • What is the role of primer in DNA replication?

    <p>To initiate DNA synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which direction do DNA polymerases read the DNA template and synthesize new strands?

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

    Which enzyme is involved in generating primers for DNA replication in eukaryotes?

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

    What is the function of DNA polymerase γ in eukaryotes?

    <p>It functions exclusively in mitochondria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of replication process does DNA undergo?

    <p>Semi conservative replication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the building units for the synthesis of newly formed DNA strands?

    <p>Deoxyribonucleoside triphosphates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the primer in DNA replication?

    <p>To provide a free OH group for DNA polymerase to extend from</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser