DNA Structure and DNA Replication

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What is the role of ligase in DNA replication?

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It joins Okazaki fragments.

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What type of bond holds the pentagon and green circle together in the DNA structure?

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Covalent bonds.

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In the DNA replication diagram, what is labeled as #3?

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Helicase.

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What are the three components that make up a nucleotide in DNA?

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Phosphate group, deoxyribose sugar, base.

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The order of the bases gives each person their unique characteristics. Is this statement true or false?

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True.

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What is DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life.

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What is the function of DNA polymerase in DNA replication?

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It adds nucleotides to the growing DNA strand.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA is a double helix formed by two strands of nucleotides.

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What are Okazaki fragments?

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Short segments of DNA synthesized on the lagging strand during DNA replication.

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What is the significance of the base pairing rule in DNA?

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It ensures accurate replication and transcription of genetic information.