In What Way Does DNA Replication Differ in Eukaryotes Versus

question 59

Multiple Choice

In what way does DNA replication differ in eukaryotes versus prokaryotes?

• A) In eukaryotes,synthesis of the new DNA strand is from 3' to 5',whereas in prokaryotes it is from 5' to 3'.
• B) In eukaryotes,synthesis of the new DNA strand is from 5' to 3',whereas in prokaryotes it is from 3' to 5'.
• C) There are many origins of replication in each eukaryotic chromosome and only one in bacterial DNA.
• D) In eukaryotes,synthesis of the new DNA strand is from 5' to 3',whereas in prokaryotes it is random.
• E) Okazaki fragments are produced in eukaryotic DNA replication but not in prokaryotic DNA replication.

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Island Arc

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Gabbro

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