23. DNA Replication

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What is the first step in the DNA replication process?

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Straightens the double helix.

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What is the second step in the DNA replication process?

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Breaks Hydrogen bonds.

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What is the third step in the DNA replication process?

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Adds Free nucleotides.

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What is the final step in the DNA replication process?

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Recoil.

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What is the structural orientation of the two strands of DNA called?

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Anti-parallel.

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What is the primary purpose of DNA replication?

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To create another copy for the new cell.

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What is the shape of DNA?

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Double helix.

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What is the process of synthesizing mRNA from a DNA template called?

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Transcription.

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What enzyme is primarily responsible for adding nucleotides during DNA replication?

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DNA polymerase.

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What are the building blocks of DNA?

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Nucleotides.