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Name the stage of replication during which various proteins bind to the origin of replication to begin the replication process
Microbiology Pharmacist Competitive Exams
Q. Name the stage of replication during which various proteins bind to the origin of replication to begin the replication process
Ans → initiation of DNA replication
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