The Enzyme That Helps Pack DNA into the Cell by Coiling

Question

The enzyme that helps pack DNA into the cell by coiling the DNA into a tight bundle is _______.
A) DNA ligase
B) DNA polymerase
C) DNA helicase
D) DNA gyrase
E) primase

Accepted Answer

DNA gyrase, a type of topoisomerase, introduces negative supercoils into DNA, which helps in compacting the DNA and making it more manageable for cellular processes. This action is particularly important in bacteria for efficiently packing their DNA into the limited space within the cell.