Question

    Which of the following enzymes is responsible for

    unwinding the DNA double helix during replication?
    A DNA polymerase Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B DNA ligase Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Helicase Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D RNA polymerase Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Helicase is the enzyme responsible for unwinding the DNA double helix at the replication fork, allowing the DNA polymerase to synthesize the new strand.

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