What is the direction of synthesis of DNA by DNA Polymerase?

3' to 5'

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5' to 3'

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No set direction for DNA Polymerase

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Direction is decided by the Ori sequence

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Solution

The correct option is B 5' to 3'
DNA Polymerase always adds nucleotide to the new strand from the 3' end. Therefore the direction of synthesis of DNA is said to be 5' to 3'.

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