Question

The E. coli DNA polymerase III monomeric unit consists of these proteins_______?

a Gamma, delta, theta, chi, psi
b Theta, tau, beta, gamma, delta
c Alpha, epsilon, theta, tau, beta
d Alpha, epsilon, delta, tau, gamma

Answer 1

The E. coli DNA polymerase III monomeric unit consists of α, ε, θ, and τ proteins and has specific roles for replication and stability.

Step-by-step explanation:

The E. coli DNA polymerase III monomeric unit consists of four proteins: α, ε, θ, and τ.

The α subunit is responsible for assembling the polymerase on the DNA.

The ε subunit aids in proofreading the DNA sequence during replication.

The θ and τ subunits have structural roles and help stabilize the DNA polymerase III complex.