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Question
Name a few enzymes involved in DNA replication other than DNA polymerase and ligase. Name the key functions for each of them.
Solution
The enzymes involved in DNA replication other then DNA polymerase and ligase are listed below with their functions.
- Helicase-Opens the helix
- Topoisomerases- Removes the supercoiling of DNA
- Primase-Synthesises RNA primer
- Telomerase-To synthesis the DNA of telomeric end of chromosomes.
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