DNA Structure and Replication (all)

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What is the goal of DNA replication?

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To make a new copy of DNA from an existing strand of DNA.

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DNA is copied during which process?

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Replication.

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What is DNA polymerase?

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An enzyme that synthesizes new DNA strands.

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What type of bond joins nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Hydrogen bonds.

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In double-stranded DNA, the amount of Adenine is always equal to the amount of which base?

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Thymine.

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What are the four nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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A double helix composed of two strands of nucleotides.

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What is the role of helicase in DNA replication?

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To unwind and separate the double-stranded DNA.

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What is the function of ligase in DNA replication?

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To join Okazaki fragments on the lagging strand.

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What is the significance of complementary base pairing in DNA?

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It ensures accurate replication and transcription.