NEET 2017 Botany DNA Replication MCQ Question
During DNA replication, Okazaki fragments are used to elongate
the leading strand towards replication fork.
the lagging strand towards replication fork.
the leading strand away from replication fork.
the lagging strand away from the replication fork.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Okazaki fragments are short sequences of DNA nucleotides synthesized discontinuously and later linked together to create the lagging strand during DNA replication.
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