If a Cell Lacked the Enzyme DNA Polymerase, It Could

Question

If a cell lacked the enzyme DNA polymerase, it could not
A) maintain the integrity of the nuclear envelope.
B) form complementary strands of DNA during replication.
C) link segments of DNA together.
D) form spindle fibers.
E) form a new nuclear membrane during telophase.

Accepted Answer

DNA polymerase is responsible for synthesizing complementary strands of DNA during replication. Without this enzyme, no new DNA strands can be formed, leading to the inability to replicate and divide properly. The other options are not directly involved in DNA replication and would not be affected by the absence of DNA polymerase.