When DNA Is Copied to Make More DNA Before Cell

question 96

Multiple Choice

When DNA is copied to make more DNA before cell division,what happens to the original DNA molecule?

• A) The original DNA goes to one cell; the new DNA goes to the other cell.
• B) Only new DNA is passed on; original DNA is broken down and recycled.
• C) Each of the cells contains half of the original DNA and half new DNA.
• D) The original DNA is twisted into a double helix and passed to one of the daughter cells.
• E) Either A or C are true, depending on the organism.

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