In semi-conservative replication, the two strands of duplex separate out, each acting as a _ or _ along which nucleotides are arranged thus giving rise to two new duplexes:
Correct answer: C. Model, mould
- A. Copy, mould
- B. Cast, mould
- C. Model, mould
- D. Model, Copy
Explanation
In semi-conservative replication, each original strand of the DNA duplex serves as a model for the synthesis of a complementary strand, and the newly synthesised strand complements the model, forming a duplex.
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