To understand DNA replication, we need to understand the “why.” Why does DNA need to replicate before cells divide?
To understand DNA replication, we need to understand the “why.” Why does DNA need to replicate before cells divide?
To understand DNA replication, we need to understand the “why.” Why does DNA need to replicate before cells divide?
DNA Replication has many key players (enzymes)! These are just a few of the major enzymes. Match the enzymes in DNA replication to their functions in DNA replication.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Primase | arrow_right_alt | Enzyme that unzips the the double-stranded DNA by breaking the hydrogen bonds holding the bases together |
Helicase | arrow_right_alt | Enzyme that builds a new DNA molecule by adding complementary strands of DNA to the original, unzipped DNA molecule |
Ligase | arrow_right_alt | Enzyme that synthesizes a primer so DNA polymerase knows where to begin working |
DNA Polymerase | arrow_right_alt | Enzyme that binds or "glues" fragments of DNA together |
Narrate the illustration below to explain the sequence of events occurring in DNA replication.
Narrate the illustration below to explain the sequence of events occurring in DNA replication.
Narrate the illustration below to explain the sequence of events occurring in DNA replication.
Narrate the illustration below to explain the sequence of events occurring in DNA replication.
Explain what is meant by the "lagging" strand and why this occurs.