THE MOLECULAR BASIS OF INHERITANCE
DNA REPLICATION
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Which of the following are limitations of DNA polymerase?
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it can only add bases to the exposed 5’ end of a pre-existing strand
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it can only replicate the leading strand
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it can only replicate the lagging strand
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all of the above
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none of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The limitations of DNA polymerase are that it only functions under certain cellular conditions and it only adds bases to an existing stretch of nucleotides.
Detailed explanation-2: -Answer and Explanation: The answer to the question would be, option b. It can synthesize DNA in 5’ to 3’ direction.
Detailed explanation-3: -So, the correct option is ‘RNA polymerase’
Detailed explanation-4: -The primary role of DNA polymerases is to accurately and efficiently replicate the genome in order to ensure the maintenance of the genetic information and its faithful transmission through generations.
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