Dr. Johnson was working in the lab to replicate a short sequence of DNA. The results from his replication are below.
Original DNA:
Leading strand: TACACTGGCATC
Lagging strand: ATGTGACCGTAG
Replicated DNA:
DNA 1:
Leading strand: TACACTGGCATC
Lagging strand: ATGTCACCGTAG
DNA 2:
Leading strand: TACACTGGCATC
Lagging strand: ATGTGACCGTAG
From what you have learned about DNA replication, which 2 strands in the replicated DNA are the strands made in the replication process? Type your answer using the number of the replicated DNA (1 or 2) followed by which strand was part of the original DNA (leading or lagging). Use only the number, 1 or 2, followed by the strand, leading or lagging, in your answer. DNA is not needed before the number, and strand is not needed after the word. (2 points)
Comparing each replicated DNA strand to the original DNA, did the replication process occur without mutation - yes or no? Type answer as one of the 2 choices given. (1 point)
In 1 or 2 short sentences using your own words and correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation, explain your answer to the previous question. Be specific. (2 points)