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Leading strand is a replicated strand of DNA which grows continuously without any gap in 5 `to` 3’ direction.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding DNA Replication**: DNA replication occurs in a semi-conservative manner, where each strand of the original DNA serves as a template for the new strand. The replication fork is the area where the DNA is unwound and replicated. 2. **Identifying the Leading Strand**: The leading strand is the strand that is synthesized continuously in the same direction as the replication fork is opening. It grows in the 5' to 3' direction. 3. **Continuous Synthesis**: Unlike the lagging strand, which is synthesized in short segments called Okazaki fragments due to its opposite orientation relative to the replication fork, the leading strand is synthesized continuously without any gaps. ...
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