Differences in Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic DNA Replication

What are the two main functions of DNA that make it a genetic material?

• Auto-catalytic and hetero-catalytic functions

• Replication and transcription

• Cell division and growth

• Protein synthesis and mutation

Where does DNA replication occur in prokaryotes?

• Nucleus

• Cytoplasm

• Mitochondria

• Ribosome

In eukaryotes, during which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?

• G1 phase

• M phase

• G2 phase

• S phase

How many origins of replication are typically found in a prokaryotic DNA molecule?

• Thousands

• One

• Two

• Hundreds

What is the approximate size of the origin of replication (ORI) in eukaryotes?

• 150 nucleotides

• 100-200 nucleotides

• 1000 nucleotides

• 500 nucleotides

In prokaryotes, how many replication forks are formed during DNA replication?

• Three

• Four

• Two

• One

Which enzyme synthesizes the leading strand in eukaryotic DNA replication?

• DNA polymerase Delta

• DNA polymerase I

• DNA polymerase III

• DNA polymerase Alpha

What is the size range of Okazaki fragments in prokaryotes?

• 1000-2000 nucleotides

• 500-1000 nucleotides

• 200-500 nucleotides

• 100-200 nucleotides

How fast is DNA replication in prokaryotes compared to eukaryotes?

• Varies depending on conditions

• Same speed

• Faster

• Slower

Which enzyme helps resolve the end replication problem in eukaryotes?

• Ligase

• Helicase

• Topoisomerase

• Telomerase