BIO 315H Lecture 20: LO Lecture 20-DNA Replication (2).pdf
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Dna stores the blue print of an organism in the form of a linear sequence. However, this primary sequence needs to be accurately copied before every cell division and ultimately passing on to next generation. As we have discussed in the second lecture, cell cycle has check points to make sure that the dna replication is accurately completed before proceeding. Dna replication is a complex process involving multiple enzymes and proteins. Learning goals: although double stranded structure of dna provides clues to the copying mechanism of. Dna, scientists had to experimentally verify that the dna replication process is semi- conservative. You will learn to appreciate why this mode of replication is more appropriate compared to other methods: the process of replication occurs in three general steps: initiation, elongation, and termination. Bacteria have circular dna while eukaryotes have linear dna. The problems below will help you to practice this. Please have a look at these problems in pierce (chapter 12):
