Reference no: EM132735010
1. A DNA template strand has the following sequence: ATGGCTAAC
1a. Write down the complementary DNA sequence to this strand.
1b. If each of these strands is used as templates, according to semiconservative replication, write down the complementary strand sequences of the two new DNA that will be synthesized.
2. A new virus has been discovered. It was observed that the genetic material of the virus had a base composition of 11% A, 32% G, 18% U and 39% C.
2a. Is the genetic material DNA or RNA? Explain in one sentence.
2b. Is it single-stranded or double-stranded? Explain in one sentence.
3. The figure below indicates a replication fork in an E.coli cell.
3a. Which of the following will be the lagging and leading strand templates? Explain briefly.
3b. When will the fork stop replicating the DNA?