1. At eukaryotic origins of replication, helicase cannot be activated until the polymerase is also positioned on the DNA. Explain what would happen if the helicase became active in the absence of DNA polymerase.   2. RNA synthesis is much less accurate than DNA synthesis. Why does this not harm the cell?   3. What is the role of folate in the synthesis of nitrogenous bases of purines?

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Answer the ff. questions:

 

1. At eukaryotic origins of replication, helicase cannot be activated until the polymerase is also positioned on the DNA. Explain

what would happen if the helicase became active in the absence of DNA polymerase.

 

2. RNA synthesis is much less accurate than DNA synthesis. Why does this not harm the cell?

 

3. What is the role of folate in the synthesis of nitrogenous bases of purines?

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