Asked by Anette Garcia on Jul 03, 2024
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Compare DNA synthesis in prokaryotes and eukaryotes.
DNA Synthesis
The process by which a cell's DNA is copied, involving the unwinding of the double helix, nucleotide matching, and the joining of new nucleotides.
Prokaryotes
Microorganisms characterized by the absence of a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles, broadly classified into bacteria and archaea.
Eukaryotes
Organisms with cells that contain a nucleus enclosed within membranes.
- Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA replication processes.
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Blair Gibson7 days ago
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The process of DNA replication in prokaryotes and eukaryotes is basically similar. The principal differences result from differences in the structure and size of the prokaryotic and eukaryotic chromosomes. Prokaryotic chromosomes are circular and relatively small; consequently, there is only one origin of replication (and two replication forks). Eukaryotic chromosomes are linear and relatively long; consequently, there are multiple origins of replication and multiple replication forks.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA replication processes.