DNA replication is a challenging process because:
A) DNA strands must be separated
B) New DNA is always synthesized from the 5' → 3 ' direction but the two template strands run in opposite directions
C) The cell must guard against replication errors
D) All of these

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All of the options listed are challenges in the DNA replication process. DNA strands must be separated to serve as templates, replication proceeds in a 5' to 3' direction on both strands requiring a leading and lagging strand approach, and the cell has mechanisms to minimize errors during replication.

DNA Replication Is a Challenging Process Because