DNA Replication MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on DNA Replication, a fundamental topic in the field of Cytogenetics. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our DNA Replication MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

In this section, you'll find a wide range of DNA Replication mcq questions that explore various aspects of DNA Replication problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of DNA Replication principles, enabling you to refine your problem-solving techniques. Whether you're a student aiming to ace Cytogenetics tests, a job seeker preparing for interviews, or someone simply interested in sharpening their skills, our DNA Replication MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Cytogenetics topic.

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Q1.
You grow a bacterial culture in a media containing N¹⁵ and transfer it to a media with ¹⁴. After two rounds of replication you perform a CsCl density gradient centrifugation of the DNA. How many bands will you observe what will be their intensity?
Discuss
Answer: (b).Two, equally intense
Discuss
Answer: (b).Replication will be error prone
Q3.
At which end are the new DNA bases added?
Discuss
Answer: (d).3’ OH end
Q4.
How many prokaryotic DNA polymerases have 5’->3’ proofreading activity?

a.

1

b.

2

c.

3

d.

4

Discuss
Answer: (a).1
Q5.
Which is the most processive of prokaryotic DNA polymerases?
Discuss
Answer: (c).pol III
Q6.
Bacterial polymerases are slower than eukaryotic polymerases.
Discuss
Answer: (b).False
Q7.
In an experiment you take a DNA in vitro and attempt to replicate it. Which combination will you add to your DNA to get the maximum replication product?
Discuss
Answer: (c).Dna a, Dna b, Dna c, HU ,SSB polymerase I
Q8.
In an experiment you use DNA pol I – Klenow fragment. When all other requisites for replication are added, then what will be the effect on the newly replicated DNA? Consider leading strand only.
Discuss
Answer: (d).DNA produced will be shorter
Q9.
You take a circular ssDNA and to it you attach a small labeled complimentary fragment. You add different reagents and try to get free labeled probe. Which of this reagent will give you your desired result?
Discuss
Answer: (a).Dna b
Q10.
Which of this subunit is not a part of core DNA polymerase?
Discuss
Answer: (b).Beta
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