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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which one of the following enzymes is involved in packaging/supercoiling of DNA molecule?
Options
A Topoisomerase
Correct Answer
B Ligase
C a-polymerase
D Helicase
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Topoisomerases are enzymes that manage DNA supercoiling and topology. They do this by cutting and rejoining DNA strands, allowing the DNA to be unwound or supercoiled for processes like replication, transcription, and packaging into chromosomes.

Hint

This enzyme relieves or introduces twists in the DNA helix to manage its topological state.

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