topology

Linking number: A Topological property of DNA

Aug 1 2018

DNA Topology- What is the Linking Number of DNA?

DNA topology, Genetic Education / By Dr Tushar Chauhan / 01/08/2018

The linking number is a topological property of DNA. A linking number is a sum of twists and writhes. The number of times one strand of DNA turned around another […]

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Jul 31 2018

What is the Function of DNA Topoisomerase 1 and 2?

DNA, DNA topology, Genetic Education / By Dr Tushar Chauhan / 31/07/2018

“Topoisomerase is a class of enzymes that helps in winding and unwinding of DNA. Three forms of DNA are most prevalent in nature: circular, linear and supercoiled.” Circular DNA is

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