Which statement BEST describes what occurs during DNA replication?OA complementary strand of mRNA is produced from a single DNA strand.O The DNA double helix unfolds, and each strand serves as a template for the synthesis of a new strand of DNA.○ A complementary strand of mRNA is produced from both DNA strands.O Protein is synthesized using DNA as a template.

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Write the base sequence for the mRNA that would be formed during transcription from the DNA strand with the base sequence GCCATATTG.
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Which base is found in DNA but not in RNA? a. thymine b. cytosine c. guanine d. adenine
Indicate whether each of the following are complementary base pairs in DNA molecules. a. AA b. AC c. AT d. GT
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Human brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a small peptide of 32 amino acids used in the treatment of congestive heart failure. How many nitrogen bases are present in the DNA that codes for BNP?
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