Unwinding the DNA Flashcards
1
Q
What proteins are involved in unwinding the DNA?
A
DNA helicases: unwinds the DNA and is assisted by topoisomerase
topoisomerases: prevent supercloiling
Single-stranded DNA binding proteins: keep DNA unwound
2
Q
what do single-stranded DNA binding proteins bind to?
A
single-stranded DNA at the replication fork, prevent re-annealing