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The DNA strand that is actually copied during transcription is called the:

  • A Coding strand
  • B Template strand
  • C Leading strand
  • D Sense strand

Correct answer: B. Template strand

Explanation: Only the template strand is used by RNA polymerase to synthesise a complementary RNA transcript.

Concept context

DNA structure, replication, transcription, translation, the genetic code, and gene regulation (lac operon). The single most important chapter for NEET molecular biology.

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