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Question

The purpose of mismatch repair, which takes place immediately following the creation of new DNA, is to remove and replace mispaired bases that were not fixed during proofreading. What is the role of DNA ligase in mismatch repair?

Accepted Answer

Seals the gap created by the removal of the incorrect nucleotide.

Answer

Binds to the mispaired base.

Answer

Chop out the incorrect nucleotide.

Answer

Replaces the missing section with the correct nucleotides.

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The purpose of mismatch repair, which takes place immediately following the creation of new DNA, is to remove and replace mispaired bases that were not fixed during proofreading. What is the role of DNA ligase in mismatch repair?