What Is the Function of Single-Strand-Binding Proteins

question 48

Multiple Choice

What is the function of single-strand-binding proteins?

• A)Connects Okazaki fragments by sealing nicks in the sugar-phosphate backbone
• B)Unwinds the double helix by breaking the hydrogen bonding between the two strands at the replication fork
• C)Reduces the torsional strain that builds up ahead of the replication fork as a result of unwinding
• D)Binds to oriC and causes a short
• E)Prevents the formation of secondary structures within single-stranded DNA

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