To promote genetic diversity in bacteria, it has been found that some species have a genetic mechanism that allows them to increase their mutation rate during DNA replication. A scientist hypothesizes that the functions of the following two enzymes would be impacted by this mechanism. In each case, state if you agree and provide a reason for your answer. i) DNA primase

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To promote genetic diversity in bacteria, it has been found that some species have a genetic mechanism that allows them to increase their mutation rate during
DNA replication. A scientist hypothesizes that the functions of the following two enzymes would be impacted by this mechanism. In each case, state if you agree
and provide a reason for your answer.
i) DNA primase
ii) DNA polymerase III
Transcribed Image Text:To promote genetic diversity in bacteria, it has been found that some species have a genetic mechanism that allows them to increase their mutation rate during DNA replication. A scientist hypothesizes that the functions of the following two enzymes would be impacted by this mechanism. In each case, state if you agree and provide a reason for your answer. i) DNA primase ii) DNA polymerase III
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