Which Statement Is NOT True About DNA Replication in Prokaryotes

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT true about DNA replication in prokaryotes?

• A)Replication begins at a single origin of replication.
• B)Replication is bidirectional from the origin(s).
• C)Replication occurs at about 1 million base pairs per minute.
• D)Since bacterial cells replicate so rapidly,a second round of replication may begin before the first has been completed.
• E)There are many bacterial chromosomes,with replication occurring in each at the same time.

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