The Primer Used for DNA Replication

question 35

Multiple Choice

The primer used for DNA replication

• A) is a short strand of RNA added to the 5'end of the template strand.
• B) is needed only once on a leading strand.
• C) remains on the DNA after replication.
• D) ensures that there will be a free 5' end to which nucleotides can be added.
• E) is added to only one of the two template strands.

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