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DNA Replication Quiz

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What is the primary function of DNA replication?

  • To repair damaged DNA
  • To transcribe RNA from DNA
  • To produce two identical copies of DNA (correct)
  • To translate proteins from DNA
  • Which enzyme is responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix during replication?

  • Helicase (correct)
  • Primase
  • Topoisomerase
  • Ligase
  • What is the function of helicase in DNA replication?

  • Unwinds the double helix by breaking hydrogen bonds between base pairs (correct)
  • Joins Okazaki fragments together
  • Adds RNA primers to the DNA template
  • Proofreads the newly synthesized DNA strand
  • What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

    <p>To add new nucleotides to the growing DNA strand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of topoisomerase in DNA replication?

    <p>Relieves the tension in the DNA molecule ahead of the replication fork</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme is responsible for adding RNA primers to the DNA template during replication?

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

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