How does replication of the lagging strand of DNA compare with replication of the leading strand?

A) The replication process is identical for both strands.

B) Okazaki fragments are made on the lagging strand but not on the leading strand.

C) The leading strand and lagging strand are copied in the same direction.

D) DNA ligase works on the leading strand while DNA polymerase works on the lagging strand.

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Kyan Holmes

5 March, 21:53

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Bailey Fields · Answer 1

B) Okazaki fragments are made on the lagging strand but not on the leading strand.