Which Statement Best Describes DNA Polymerase

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes DNA polymerase?

• A)It is an enzyme required to produce a primer needed for DNA replication.
• B)It is an enzyme that catalyzes the addition of nucleotides to the 5'end of a growing DNA strand.
• C)It is an enzyme that catalyzes the addition of nucleotides to the 3' end of a growing DNA strand.
• D)It is an enzyme required to glue pieces of DNA fragments together.
• E)It is an enzyme that polymerizes the DNA and keeps the replication fork open.

---

Definitions:

Proembryo

An early stage in the development of an embryo, particularly in plants, following fertilization and prior to the formation of recognizable structures.

Basal Cell

A type of cell found at the base of the epidermis and hair follicles, involved in the production of new skin cells.

Drupe

A type of fruit with thin skin and a central stone containing the seed, for example, peaches, plums, and cherries.

Olive

A small, oval fruit with a hard pit and oily flesh, primarily grown in the Mediterranean region, used for its oil and as a food item.