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Chapter 25: Q10CP (page 897)

Describe the four-factor that contribute to the high fidelity of DNA replication?

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DNA replication is a process by which one original DNA molecule produces two identical copies.

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DNA Replication is highly specific

It is also called asemi-conservative process, which is the process by whichDNA is doubled.A new DNA is made by an enzyme termed DNA polymerase.

These DNA polymerases also play important role in the fidelity of DNA replication.

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Factors that contribute to the high fidelity of DNA replication

There are many factors that responsible for high fidelity of replication

(i) DNA polymerase nucleotide selectivity and proofreading.

(ii) Mismatch repair.

(iii) Balanced supply of nucleotide.

(iv) Condition of DNA template.

Thus, DNA replication has high fidelity.

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