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Which enzyme is primarily responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix during replication in eukaryotes?
Which enzyme is primarily responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix during replication in eukaryotes?
- Primase
- Helicase (correct)
- DNA ligase
- Polymerase
During DNA replication, which of the following is necessary for starting the synthesis of a new DNA strand?
During DNA replication, which of the following is necessary for starting the synthesis of a new DNA strand?
- Nuclease
- Topoisomerase
- DNA polymerase
- RNA primer (correct)
What differentiates DNA replication in prokaryotes from eukaryotes?
What differentiates DNA replication in prokaryotes from eukaryotes?
- Eukaryotic DNA is circular.
- Prokaryotic replication occurs in the cytoplasm. (correct)
- Eukaryotic replication is faster than prokaryotic replication.
- Prokaryotes have multiple origins of replication.
Which of the following correctly describes the directionality of DNA synthesis during replication?
Which of the following correctly describes the directionality of DNA synthesis during replication?
What is the function of DNA ligase during DNA replication?
What is the function of DNA ligase during DNA replication?
What is a key feature of DNA replication in prokaryotes?
What is a key feature of DNA replication in prokaryotes?
Which statement is true regarding eukaryotic DNA replication?
Which statement is true regarding eukaryotic DNA replication?
What distinguishes the replication fork during DNA replication?
What distinguishes the replication fork during DNA replication?
What role does the origin of replication play in DNA replication?
What role does the origin of replication play in DNA replication?
How do eukaryotic cells manage the more complex structure of their DNA during replication?
How do eukaryotic cells manage the more complex structure of their DNA during replication?
