DNA Polymerase Can Only Add New Nucleotides to the 3

question 49

True/False

DNA polymerase can only add new nucleotides to the 3' DNA end of the template.

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Definitions:

Calcitonin

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood.

Blood Calcium Levels

The concentration of calcium in the blood, essential for various bodily functions including bone formation, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction.

Osteoblasts

Cells responsible for bone formation and the synthesis of the bone matrix.

Adrenal Gland

A pair of endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline, cortisol, and aldosterone.