Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337408332
Author: Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 8, Problem 11SQ
The phrase "5 prime to 3 prime" refers to the ______.
- a. timing of
DNA replication - b. directionality of DNA synthesis
- c. number of phosphate groups
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DNA replication is described as semi-conservative because _____.
A. one leading strand and one lagging strand are produced in DNA replication
B. all new DNA strands are synthesized continuously
C. one new DNA strand is synthesized discontinuously
D. DNA replication can never produce DNA molecules which consist of both original DNA stands
E. one DNA strand is the template while the complementary strand is not
a. Pfu Polymerase
b.dNTPs
c.Buffer
Match each component above to the correct function(s) listed below. Write your selection(s) for each component. You may have more than one answer for each.
1. unwinds DNA
2. synthesizes new DNA strands
3. enzymatically catalyzes Quikchange
4. nucleotide source for new DNA strands
5. Energy source for reaction(s)
6. Repairs errors in base pair matching
7. Maintains pH and salt levels
8. Creates polymer chains
Arrange the following events of DNA replication in the proper order.
A. DnaA binds DNA
B. DNA polymerase binds to a free 3’ – OH
C. Topoisomerases act
D. Ori “melts/denatures”
Chapter 8 Solutions
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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