Question

Describe DNA replication.......

Answer 1

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DNA Replication :

The DNA molecule regulates and controls

all the activities of the cell. Because of its

unique structure, it is able to control the

synthesis of other molecules of the cell. At

the same time when the cell reproduces, the

DNA also should duplicate itself to distribute

equally to the daughter cells. As a carrier of

genetic information, DNA has to perform two

important functions :

a. Heterocatalytic function :

When DNA directs the synthesis of chemical molecules other than itself, then such functions of DNA are called heterocatalytic functions.

Eg. Synthesis of RNA (transcription),

synthesis of protein (Translation), etc.

b. Autocatalytic function :

When DNA directs the synthesis of DNA itself, then such function of DNA is called autocatalytic

function. Eg. Replication.

Answer 2

Answer:

DNA replication is the process by which DNA makes a copy of itself during cell division. ... The separation of the two single strands of DNA creates a 'Y' shape called a replication 'fork'. The two separated strands will act as templates for making the new strands of DNA.