Asked by Ashleigh Delport on Jun 15, 2024
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Which of the following causes the unwinding of the DNA double helix?
A) DNA polymerase
B) DNA helicase
C) RNA primer
D) Primosome
E) RNA polymerase
DNA Helicase
An enzyme that unwinds the DNA helix ahead of the replication fork, allowing the replication machinery to access the single strands of DNA.
Primosome
A complex of proteins responsible for synthesizing the RNA primers required in DNA synthesis.
- Familiarize oneself with the duties and mechanics of proteins and enzymes crucial for DNA replication.
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Samantha HanusJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
DNA helicase is responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix, allowing replication and transcription processes to occur.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the duties and mechanics of proteins and enzymes crucial for DNA replication.