What is semi conservative replication?
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Semi-conservative replication is a type of DNA replication in which each newly synthesized double-stranded DNA molecule consists of one original (conserved) strand and one newly synthesized strand. This means that during DNA replication, the two strands of the double helix separate and each strand serves as a template for the synthesis of a new complementary strand. Each new DNA molecule produced has one strand from the original DNA molecule and one newly synthesized strand. This process ensures the genetic continuity of the cell across generations.
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