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Single-strand break

single-strand break

A break in double-stranded dNA in which only one of the two strands has been cleaved; both strands have not separated from each other.


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by scottie
Mon Sep 26, 2011 12:21 pm
 
Forum: Evolution
Topic: Theories - Origin of Life
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Topic: Theories - Origin of Life
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by mamoru
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Wed Dec 23, 2009 10:21 pm
 
Forum: Molecular Biology
Topic: Why did hydrolyzed wheat starch not taste as sweet as sugar?
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