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Which enzyme is primarily responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix during replication?
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix during replication?
- Primase
- Ligase
- Helicase (correct)
- DNA polymerase
What is the role of RNA polymerase in gene expression?
What is the role of RNA polymerase in gene expression?
- Synthesizing DNA from RNA templates
- Transcribing DNA into mRNA (correct)
- Translation of mRNA into proteins
- Repairing damaged DNA
In the structure of DNA, which part is responsible for the genetic code?
In the structure of DNA, which part is responsible for the genetic code?
- Deoxyribose sugar
- Sugar-phosphate backbone
- Phosphate groups
- Nitrogenous bases (correct)
Which process follows DNA replication to ensure proper gene expression?
Which process follows DNA replication to ensure proper gene expression?
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What aspect of DNA structure allows it to replicate accurately?
What aspect of DNA structure allows it to replicate accurately?
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Study Notes
DNA Replication
- Helicase is the primary enzyme responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix during replication.
- Helicase breaks the hydrogen bonds between the nitrogenous bases, separating the two strands.
Gene Expression
- RNA polymerase plays a crucial role in gene expression by synthesizing RNA from a DNA template.
- This process is called transcription.
DNA Structure
- The nitrogenous bases in DNA are responsible for the genetic code.
- The sequence of these bases determines the order of amino acids in proteins, which ultimately determines the traits of an organism.
Gene Expression
- Transcription follows DNA replication to ensure proper gene expression.
- This process allows the genetic information encoded in DNA to be transferred to RNA, which then directs protein synthesis.
DNA Replication Accuracy
- The complementary base pairing in DNA allows for accurate replication.
- Adenine (A) always pairs with Thymine (T), and Guanine (G) always pairs with Cytosine (C).
- This complementary base pairing ensures that a new DNA strand is an exact copy of the original strand.
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Test your knowledge on the key concepts of DNA replication and gene expression with this quiz. Explore the roles of various enzymes and structures involved in these essential biological processes. Perfect for students studying molecular biology!
