DNA contains the template needed to copy itself, but it has no catalytic activity in cells. What catalyzes the formation of phosphodiester bonds between adjacent nucleotides in the DNA polymer being formed?

A) ribozymes
B) DNA polymerase
C) ATP
D) deoxyribonucleotide triphosphates


Answer: B

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Cell condition in which two of each type of chromosome are present.

What will be an ideal response?

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