Refer to the figure. Which statement identifies the figure as representing eukaryotic replication?
A) Replication is bidirectional.
B) DNA has major and minor grooves.
C) Both DNA strands serve as templates for replication.
D) There are multiple origins of replication.
E) The DNA must first be unwound.

Question

Refer to the figure.  Which statement identifies the figure as representing eukaryotic replication?
A) Replication is bidirectional. 
B) DNA has major and minor grooves. 
C) Both DNA strands serve as templates for replication. 
D) There are multiple origins of replication. 
E) The DNA must first be unwound.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The figure shows multiple origins of replication, which is a feature of eukaryotic replication. In contrast, prokaryotic replication typically has a single origin. The other answer choices are not specific to eukaryotic replication and can also apply to prokaryotic replication.

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