DNA replication is described as semi-conservative because:

A Both strands are new

B Each new DNA molecule contains one original strand and one new strand

C Only one strand is copied

D Replication occurs once

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Semi-conservative replication means each daughter molecule has one parental strand and one newly synthesized strand.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "DNA replication is described as semi-conservative because:" is Option B: Each new DNA molecule contains one original strand and one new strand.

The other options — A) Both strands are new, C) Only one strand is copied, D) Replication occurs once — are incorrect for this DAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: Semi-conservative replication means each daughter molecule has one parental strand and one newly synthesized strand.

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DNA replication is described as semi-conservative because:

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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