Why the DNA polymerase cannot work from 3’ to 5? To answer this question, draw a dNTP and show which part of the dNTP is transferred to the growing chain.

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Why the DNA polymerase cannot work from 3’ to 5? To answer this question, draw a dNTP and show which part of the dNTP is transferred to the growing chain.

 

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