Question

Select the correct statement regarding Okazaki fragments formed during DNA replication.

• A. They are the short DNA fragments on the lagging strand.
• B. They are the short DNA fragments on the leading strand.
• C. They are the RNA primers required for initiation of DNA synthesis.
• D. They are the fragments of DNA produced by DNase.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

During DNA replication short fragments of DNA which are produced on lagging strand are called as okazaki fragments. These are formed as replication occurs in 5' to 3' direction. These fragments are latter joined by enzyme DNA ligase.