Consider statements about genetics: 1. DNA replication is semi-conservative. 2. Transcription occurs in the cytoplasm. 3. Translation occurs at ribosomes. Which are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Consider statements about genetics: 1. DNA replication is semi-conservative. 2. Transcription occurs in the cytoplasm. 3. Translation occurs at ribosomes. Which are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 2 and 3 only
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
DNA replication is semi-conservative, meaning each new DNA molecule contains one original parental strand and one newly synthesized strand. Transcription, the synthesis of mRNA from a DNA template, occurs in the nucleus of eukaryotes, not the cytoplasm. Translation, the synthesis of proteins from mRNA, occurs at ribosomes in the cytoplasm or on the rough ER. Thus, statements 1 and 3 are correct.

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