Multiple Choice
Why is DNA replication described as semiconservative?
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8. DNA Replication
Semiconservative Replication
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Which statement best describes the outcome of semiconservative DNA replication?
A
The parental double helix remains intact, and an entirely new double-stranded DNA molecule is produced separately.
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Each daughter DNA molecule consists of two newly synthesized strands, with no parental DNA retained.
C
Each daughter DNA molecule contains one parental (template) strand and one newly synthesized strand.
D
Each daughter DNA molecule contains one strand that is a mosaic of old and new DNA segments and one entirely parental strand.
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