Multiple Choice
In the overview of DNA replication, what is the primary function of primase?
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8. DNA Replication
Overview of DNA Replication
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In bacterial DNA replication, what is the primary role of DNA polymerase III?
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It unwinds the DNA double helix ahead of the replication fork.
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It synthesizes new DNA strands by adding deoxyribonucleotides to the 3′ end of a primer during replication.
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It joins Okazaki fragments together by forming phosphodiester bonds.
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It removes RNA primers and replaces them with DNA nucleotides.
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