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What is replication?
A
the process of copying DNA accurately, quickly, and efficiently
2
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Enzymes
A
chemicals that bring complimentary nucleotide building blocks to pair with the bases on each strand
3
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Semiconservative replication
A
only half the molecule is left in its original state
4
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When does replication occur?
A
During interphase, just before prophase
5
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What are the steps involved in replication?
A
- Helix opens to expose single strands of DNA
2. Nucleotides are strung together to make new partner strands for the two original strands
Genetics
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