Bloom syndrome is a rare disease characterized by growth deficiencies, genomic instability, and the early development of cancers. The BLM gene encodes the BLM protein, which when mutated may result in Bloom syndrome.
-The BLM protein plays a role in separating DNA molecules during S phase. What molecular process does the BLM protein act on?

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The BLM protein is involved in separating DNA molecules during S phase, which is the stage of the cell cycle where DNA replication occurs. Therefore, the BLM protein acts on the molecular process of DNA replication. Choices B and C are not involved in DNA replication.

Bloom Syndrome Is a Rare Disease Characterized by Growth Deficiencies