DNA Replication (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What is the state of chromosomes at the end of mitosis?
What is the state of chromosomes at the end of mitosis?
Single-stranded
What is the process called when DNA makes an exact copy of itself?
What is the process called when DNA makes an exact copy of itself?
DNA replication
During which phase does DNA replication occur?
During which phase does DNA replication occur?
Interphase
Where does DNA replication take place?
Where does DNA replication take place?
Nucleus
What bonds does the enzyme break during DNA replication?
What bonds does the enzyme break during DNA replication?
Hydrogen bonds
Where do free DNA nucleotides come from during replication?
Where do free DNA nucleotides come from during replication?
Cytoplasm
In DNA, which base pairs with adenine (A)?
In DNA, which base pairs with adenine (A)?
T
In DNA, which base pairs with cytosine (C)?
In DNA, which base pairs with cytosine (C)?
G
Which enzyme assembles new DNA strands by joining nucleotides?
Which enzyme assembles new DNA strands by joining nucleotides?
DNA polymerase
What type of enzyme is DNA polymerase?
What type of enzyme is DNA polymerase?
Anabolic enzyme
What are the new DNA strands composed of?
What are the new DNA strands composed of?
Half old DNA and half new DNA
Why is DNA replication important for cell continuity?
Why is DNA replication important for cell continuity?
Ensures all cells have same genetic info