DNA Replication

Front

What are the two molecules that form the sides (backbone) of the DNA ladder?

Back

Deoxyribose sugar and phosphate.

Front

What is the result of DNA replication?

Back

Two DNA molecules, each with one new strand and one original strand.

Front

In a DNA molecule, what does strand II normally include if strand I is 'CTA'?

Back

GAT.

Front

Which base does Adenine bond with in DNA?

Back

Thymine.

Front

In a double-stranded DNA molecule, what is the relationship between the amount of Adenine and Thymine?

Back

The amount of Adenine is always equal to the amount of Thymine.

Front

What is the role of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

Back

DNA polymerase synthesizes new DNA strands by adding nucleotides complementary to the template strand.

Front

What is the significance of the antiparallel structure of DNA strands?

Back

The antiparallel structure allows for proper base pairing and replication of DNA.

Front

What are the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine.

Front

What is the function of helicase during DNA replication?

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Helicase unwinds the DNA double helix, separating the two strands.

Front

What is the difference between leading and lagging strands in DNA replication?

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The leading strand is synthesized continuously, while the lagging strand is synthesized in short segments called Okazaki fragments.