Suppose That a Cell Has a Genetic Mutation Such That

question 34

Essay

Suppose that a cell has a genetic mutation such that the primase enzyme is unable to make RNA primers. Also, assume that all of the other enzymes directly involved in DNA replication are still functional in these cells. How much of the process of DNA replication would you expect to see in these cells?
a.None; no part of the DNA replication process could occur.
b.Both the leading and lagging strand would be synthesized, but Okazaki fragments would not be joined together.
c.The DNA helix would be unwound by helicase, but no new strands would be produced.
d.The leading strand would be synthesized, but not the lagging strand.

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