DNA replication is said to be semi-conservative because: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

DNA replication is said to be semi-conservative because:
A. Both strands of the new DNA molecule are newly synthesized
B. Each new DNA molecule consists of one old (parental) strand and one newly synthesized strand
C. DNA is replicated only during the S phase
D. Replication occurs in both directions from the origin
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Semi-conservative replication means that when a new DNA double helix is formed, it consists of one original (parental) strand and one newly synthesized strand. This was proven by the Meselson-Stahl experiment in 1958 using isotopes of nitrogen (15N and 14N) in E. coli. This mechanism ensures genetic continuity.

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