The enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix during replication is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The enzyme that unwinds the DNA double helix during replication is:
A. Topoisomerase
B. DNA polymerase
C. Helicase
D. Ligase
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Helicase uses ATP to separate the hydrogen-bonded base pairs, creating the replication fork. Topoisomerase relieves supercoiling ahead of the fork. DNA polymerase synthesizes new DNA, ligase joins fragments. Helicase is essential for strand separation and replication initiation.

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