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DnaB Helicases  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A family of DNA helicases that participate in DNA REPLICATION. They assemble into hexameric rings with a central channel and unwind DNA processively in the 5' to 3' direction. DnaB helicases are considered the primary replicative helicases for most prokaryotic organisms.

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Synonym(s)

  • DnaB Helicase

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-WPT5N0HK-T

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