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Chapter 1. What is DNA Replication and Why It Happens
Welcome to the first chapter of our comic series, where we step inside the cell nucleus to meet the star of the show – DNA!
In this chapter, we’ll explore:
- What DNA is made of
- Why it’s so important
- Why it needs to replicate before a cell divides
Chapter 2. Initiation – Let’s Unzip!
In this chapter, the real action begins! Our DNA double helix starts to twist – and that’s when the replication team rushes in.
We’ll explore:
- How DNA begins to unzip and prepare for replication
- Which proteins and enzymes help during the initiation phase
- Why each of these molecules is essential
Chapter 3. Elongation – Let’s Build It!
In this chapter, we meet the hardworking team that builds new DNA strands.
We will explore:
- How DNA Polymerase III builds new strands in the 5’ to 3’ direction
- The difference between the leading and lagging strands
- The role of Okazaki Fragments
Chapter 4. Termination – The Grand Finale
The DNA strands are nearly complete! Let’s meet the final crew members who finish the job.
We’ll explore:
- How DNA Polymerase I replaces RNA primers
- How DNA Ligase seals the gaps
- How replication results in two identical molecules
Chapter 5. Conclusion
It’s time for the final review!