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What is 'semi- conservative' DNA replication ? How was it experimentally proved and by whom ?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Definition of Semi-Conservative DNA Replication:** - Semi-conservative DNA replication is a process where each new DNA molecule consists of one original (parental) strand and one newly synthesized strand. This means that during replication, the two strands of the DNA double helix separate, and each serves as a template for the creation of a new complementary strand. 2. **Structure of DNA:** - DNA is structured as a double helix, composed of two polynucleotide chains that are anti-parallel and complementary to each other. The strands are held together by hydrogen bonds between the nucleotide bases. ...
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