| Literature DB >> 188017 |
Abstract
Linear chromosomes possessing internal repeats of their terminal sequences can form intramolecular crossed-strand exchanges that allow replication of the chromosome ends. Evidence is discussed that such a mechanism may be utilized during replication of herpes simplex virus DNA and during replication of macronuclear DNA from the hypotrichous ciliate Oxytricha.Mesh:
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Year: 1976 PMID: 188017 PMCID: PMC343160 DOI: 10.1093/nar/3.11.3167
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Nucleic Acids Res ISSN: 0305-1048 Impact factor: 16.971