D1.1 DNA replication SL

Question 1

DNA Replication

Answer 1

Making exact DNA copies for reproduction and growth

Question 2

Semi-Conservative Replication

Answer 2

Combines one old and one new DNA strand

Question 3

Helicase Function

Answer 3

Unzips DNA double helix

Question 4

DNA Polymerase Function

Answer 4

Adds nucleotides to form DNA strand

Question 5

PCR Purpose

Answer 5

Amplifies small DNA fragments

Question 6

Gel Electrophoresis Use

Answer 6

Separates DNA by size, charge

Question 7

PCR Application

Answer 7

Forensic DNA profiling

Question 8

PCR Process

Answer 8

Heat DNA, anneal primers, replicate

Question 9

PCR Amplification

Answer 9

Doubles DNA each cycle

Question 10

DNA Fingerprinting

Answer 10

Unique DNA profiles via electrophoresis

Question 11

DNA Ladder

Answer 11

Size reference in electrophoresis

Question 12

PCR Primer

Answer 12

Initiates DNA replication

Question 13

Taq Polymerase

Answer 13

Heat-stable for PCR

Question 14

Annealing Phase in PCR

Answer 14

Primers bind to DNA

Question 15

Extension Phase in PCR

Answer 15

Taq polymerase extends DNA

Question 16

Denaturation Phase in PCR

Answer 16

Heat separates DNA strands

Question 17

Forensic DNA Profiling

Answer 17

Identifies individuals from DNA