Botany-DNA Replication

NEET Botany DNA Replication MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12

What is the main enzyme involved in the process of DNA replication in living cells, such as E. coli?

A

DNA-dependent DNA polymerase

B

RNA polymerase

C

DNA ligase

D

DNA helicase

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The main enzyme involved in DNA replication is referred to as DNA-dependent DNA polymerase, which uses a DNA template to catalyse the polymerisation of deoxynucleotides, as mentioned in the NCERT context.

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