The 5'-End of the Nicked Strand of F Factor Moves

question 30

Multiple Choice

The 5'-end of the nicked strand of F factor moves through a pore in the conjugation complex by a process driven by __________, which synthesizes a replacement strand in the donor cell using the intact strand as template.

• A) DNA pol I
• B) DNA pol II
• C) DNA pol III
• D) ligase
• E) Hfr

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Definitions:

Alkanes

Saturated hydrocarbons consisting solely of hydrogen and carbon atoms, with single bonds between the carbon atoms, exemplified by molecules such as methane, ethane, and propane.

Freons

A trademarked name for a group of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) gases used primarily as refrigerants and aerosol propellants, now commonly linked to ozone depletion.

Propellants

Chemicals that are used to propel an object by generating gas under pressure; common in rockets and aerosol cans.

Aerosol Cans

Containers that use pressurized gas to dispense substances in a fine spray.