asymmetric replication
[/ˌeɪsɪˈmetrɪk ˌrɛplɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: asymmetric replications
replicação assimétrica
1. A DNA replication process where the two strands of the double helix are synthesized at different rates or by different mechanisms, with one strand (leading strand) synthesized continuously and the other (lagging strand) synthesized discontinuously in fragments
Asymmetric replication occurs during normal DNA synthesis because DNA polymerase can only synthesize in the 5' to 3' direction.
A replicação assimétrica ocorre durante a síntese normal de DNA porque a DNA polimerase só consegue sintetizar na direção 5' para 3'.
2. In molecular biology, any replication mechanism where the products or processes differ between complementary strands or parent and daughter molecules
The asymmetric replication of the viral genome resulted in unequal distribution of genetic material.
A replicação assimétrica do genoma viral resultou em uma distribuição desigual do material genético.
This is a technical term primarily used in scientific and academic contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It is fundamental to understanding molecular biology and genetics, particularly in university courses and research. The concept is universally taught in the same manner across English and Portuguese-speaking scientific communities, making it a standardized technical term.
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