Molecular Biology DNA Replication Quiz
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Molecular Biology DNA Replication Quiz

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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?

  • Nuclease
  • Topoisomerase
  • DNA polymerase
  • RNA primer (correct)
  • 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?

    <p>Synthesis occurs in the 5' to 3' direction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of DNA ligase during DNA replication?

    <p>To connect Okazaki fragments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of DNA replication in prokaryotes?

    <p>It typically occurs at a single origin of replication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding eukaryotic DNA replication?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells are only capable of replication during the S phase of the cell cycle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the replication fork during DNA replication?

    <p>It leads to the synthesis of both leading and lagging strands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the origin of replication play in DNA replication?

    <p>It is the site where replication enzymes assemble.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do eukaryotic cells manage the more complex structure of their DNA during replication?

    <p>By having multiple replication forks simultaneously.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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