Replication Termination and RNA Classes Quiz
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In prokaryotic DNA, where is the DNA located?

  • Freely in the cytoplasm (within the nucleoid) (correct)
  • Inside the mitochondria
  • Inside the Golgi apparatus
  • Within a nucleus
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of prokaryotic DNA?

  • Large amount of repetitive DNA
  • Linear shape
  • No introns (correct)
  • Presence of histones (DNA binding proteins)
  • What is a distinguishing feature of eukaryotic DNA compared to prokaryotic DNA?

  • Repetitive DNA and introns (correct)
  • Located freely in the cytoplasm
  • Presence of plasmids
  • Circular shape
  • Which of the following elements is present in prokaryotic DNA but absent in eukaryotic DNA?

    <p>Repetitive DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One key difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA is the absence of which structure in prokaryotic DNA?

    <p>Histone proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In eukaryotic organisms, where does mRNA translation begin?

    <p>In the cytoplasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of RNA undergoes major post-transcriptional modifications in eukaryotic organisms?

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

    How is DNA replication halted at termination sites?

    <p>By topoisomerase I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In prokaryotic organisms, how many types of RNA polymerase are present?

    <p>1 type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which RNA molecule has a very short lifespan due to breakdown by nucleases?

    <p>mRNA in prokaryotes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of extrachromosomal elements in a cell?

    <p>Are additional DNA material other than chromosomal DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does DNA replication primarily occur in prokaryotes?

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

    What is the major difference in the number of DNA polymerases between prokaryotes and eukaryotes?

    <p>Prokaryotes have 2 DNA polymerases, while eukaryotes have 4 or more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of topoisomerase is predominantly involved in prokaryotic DNA replication?

    <p>Type II topoisomerase (DNA gyrase) that cuts both DNA strands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of Okazaki fragments in eukaryotic DNA replication compared to prokaryotic replication?

    <p>Okazaki fragments are shorter in eukaryotes than in prokaryotes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does termination of DNA replication typically occur in prokaryotic circular chromosomes?

    <p>Midway in the circular chromosome</p> Signup and view all the answers

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