Replication of DNA produces two daughter DNA molecules in which

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During DNA replication, each parental strand is used as a template for the synthesis of a new complementary strand. As a result, each daughter molecule contains one parental strand and one newly synthesized strand. This process is known as semi-conservative replication. Option A is incorrect because both daughter molecules contain one parental strand and one newly synthesized strand. Option C is incorrect because one daughter molecule would have to contain both parental strands in order for the newly synthesized strands to pair up correctly. Option D is incorrect because both daughter molecules would then be identical to the parental molecule, which contradicts experimental evidence. Option E is incorrect because the replication process does indeed result in the production of two daughter molecules.

Replication of DNA Produces Two Daughter DNA Molecules in Which