Purchase Solution

After three bouts of replication, how many new molecules of

Not what you're looking for?

Ask Custom Question

Two strands of a DNA molecule are radio-labeled such that each strand can be uniquely identified. After three bouts of replication, how many new molecules of DNA are formed? How many strands of DNA are radio-labeled? Are both radio-labeled strands in the same DNA molecule? Why or why not?

Purchase this Solution

Solution Summary

Explores the effect of replication on the number of DNA molecules in a system or cell, as well as the fate of each of the original molecules.

Solution Preview

Two strands of a DNA molecule are radio-labeled such that each strand can be uniquely identified. After three bouts of replication, how many new molecules of DNA are formed?

Firstly, there is an issue here with the definition of a DNA molecule. The question has defined the DNA double helix as a ...

Purchase this Solution


Free BrainMass Quizzes
Identifying Variables in Science Experiments, Part 2

Using sample experiments, test yourself to see if you can identify independent, dependent, and controlled variables. Identifying variables is key in understanding and developing experiments. The questions are biology related, but this can be applied to any area of science.

Nerves and the Nervous System

This quiz will assess your knowledge of the nervous system and how nerves send signals around the body.

Feeding Babies

Do you know the science behind feeding babies? Test your knowledge with this quiz.

Creating a Birth Plan

Preparing for a birth and want to make sure that you're including all the right information? Use this quiz to get on the right track and check your birth plan knowledge!

Breast Milk and Breastfeeding

How much do you know about breast milk and breastfeeding? Double check your knowledge level with this quiz!