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Distinguish between a leading and lagging strand. 
Asked by Topperlearning User | 16 Jun, 2014, 04:53: PM
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Leading Strand

 Lagging Strand

1. The replicated strand of DNA grows continuously without any gap.

1. The replicated strand of DNA is formed of short Okazaki fragments.

2. It is synthesised in the 5′-3′ direction.

2. It is synthesised in the 3′-5′ direction.

 

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