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OpenStudy (anonymous):

why is it important that exact copies of DNA are produced during replication?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Welcome to OpenStudy, @person321 !! If you have any questions about the site, don't hesitate to ask -- I can help you out. As for this question ... do you know some of the things that can happen when DNA gets replicated incorrectly?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

(Hint: think about mutations and genetic disorders)

OpenStudy (abb0t):

So that they can be passed on and replicated to each individual cell.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Because when a cell divides it need to produce a copy of the DNA in order for the new cell to have the information it needs to carry out its processes.

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