Genetics 3 Views 1 Answers
which enzyme is responsible for creating a primer that allows the dna replication process to start?
which enzyme is responsible for creating a primer that allows the dna replication process to start?
Answer
The enzyme responsible for creating a primer that allows the DNA replication process to start is RNA primase.
RNA primase synthesizes a short RNA primer on the single-stranded DNA template. This primer provides a starting point with a free 3′-OH group to which DNA polymerase can add new DNA nucleotides. Once the primer is in place, DNA polymerase can begin the synthesis of the new DNA strand.
Is this note helpful?
Sourav
