As the two strands of DNA are unraveled, which enzyme relieves the strain on the two strands?

A. DNA endonuclease
B. DNA polymerase
C. DNA exonuclease
D. DNA ligase
E. DNA gyrase


Answer: E

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A. move from areas of low concentration to areas of higher concentration until an equilibrium is reached. B. move from areas of high concentration to areas of lesser concentration until an equilibrium is reached. C. remain stationary until their molecular motion allows for an equilibrium to be reached. D. move from areas of high concentration to areas of lesser concentration until an equilibrium is reached by active transport. E. move from areas of high concentration to areas of lesser concentration until facilitated transport can assist the molecular equilibrium.

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