DNA replication and RNA synthesis
Install App DNA replication is the process by which a cell duplicates its DNA to generate two identical copies, each of which is passed on to daughter cells during cell division. It is a crucial biological process that ensures genetic continuity and fidelity across generations. Here's an overview of DNA replication: 1. **Initiation**: - DNA replication begins at specific sites called origins of replication. In eukaryotic cells, these origins are marked by the binding of initiator proteins. - Helicase enzymes unwind and separate the DNA strands at the origin, creating a replication bubble. 2. **Elongation**: - DNA polymerase enzymes are responsible for adding nucleotides to the growing DNA strands. These enzymes require a primer (a short RNA sequence) to initiate nucleotide addition. - The leading strand is synthesized continuously in the 5' to 3' direction (the same direction as the unwinding), while the lagging strand