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Which of the following statements about DNA replication is INCORRECT?

A. It begins at multiple origins of replication sites along eukaryotic chromosomes.
B. It is powered by the hydrolysis of ATP.
C. It proceeds with the addition of new nucleotides to the 3' end of a growing DNA strand.
D. It requires that both strands of the double helix be separated from each other.
E. Each strand within the DNA double helix is used as a template for synthesis of a new strand.



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Final answer:

DNA replication is not powered by the hydrolysis of ATP.


Explanation:

The incorrect statement about DNA replication is:

  • It is powered by the hydrolysis of ATP.

In DNA replication, the energy required for the process comes from the hydrolysis of nucleoside triphosphates, not ATP. ATP is not directly involved in powering DNA replication.


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