Both strands of double-stranded DNA are copied so that each daughter molecule consists of one parental strand and one newly synthesized strand.This is called ________ replication.
A)bidirectional
B)conservative
C)semiconservative
D)duplicative

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Semiconservative replication ensures that each daughter molecule retains half of the original genetic material, one strand from the parent and one newly synthesized strand. This is the most widely accepted mode of DNA replication. Bidirectional replication refers to the replication forks that move in opposite directions from the origin of replication. Conservative replication suggests that the entire double helix is copied and neither strand serves as a template for the new strand. Duplicative replication is not a term used to describe DNA replication.

Both Strands of Double-Stranded DNA Are Copied So That Each