DNA Replication (Grade 12 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Quizzes
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During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
Interphase
Where in the cell does DNA replication take place?
Where in the cell does DNA replication take place?
Nucleus
Which type of bonds break when DNA strands separate during replication?
Which type of bonds break when DNA strands separate during replication?
Hydrogen bonds
Which base does adenine pair with during DNA replication?
Which base does adenine pair with during DNA replication?
Thymine
What role do the original DNA strands play during replication?
What role do the original DNA strands play during replication?
Template strands
What is the term for the type of replication where each new DNA has one old and one new strand?
What is the term for the type of replication where each new DNA has one old and one new strand?
Semi-conservative
How many complete DNA molecules are formed at the end of DNA replication?
How many complete DNA molecules are formed at the end of DNA replication?
Two identical molecules
Why is DNA replication essential for cell division?
Why is DNA replication essential for cell division?
Ensures genetic continuity
What are errors that occur during DNA replication called?
What are errors that occur during DNA replication called?
Mutations
Which of these is a type of replication error?
Which of these is a type of replication error?
Base deletion