DNA Replication

DNA Replication

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Biology

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is DNA replication?

Back

The process by which a DNA molecule makes a copy of itself, resulting in two identical DNA strands.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the enzyme DNA ligase?

Back

DNA ligase is responsible for joining Okazaki fragments on the lagging strand during DNA replication.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean for DNA strands to be anti-parallel?

Back

The two strands of DNA run in opposite directions; one strand runs 5' to 3' and the other runs 3' to 5'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the components of a DNA nucleotide?

Back

A DNA nucleotide consists of a deoxyribose sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base (adenine, thymine, cytosine, or guanine).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the 5' and 3' ends of a DNA strand?

Back

The 5' end has a phosphate group, while the 3' end has a hydroxyl group; this orientation is crucial for DNA replication and enzyme activity.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of helicase in DNA replication?

Back

Helicase unwinds the double helix of DNA, separating the two strands to allow replication to occur.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

The leading strand is synthesized continuously in the direction of the replication fork, while the lagging strand is synthesized in short segments (Okazaki fragments) away from the fork.

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