Replicate (biology)
= Replicate (biology)
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In biology, "replicate" generally refers to the process of creating a copy or duplicate of a biological entity, such as DNA, cells, or organisms. The term can have different contexts depending on the area of study: 1. **DNA Replication**: This is the biological process by which a cell makes an exact copy of its DNA. This occurs during the S-phase of the cell cycle and is crucial for cell division, allowing genetic information to be passed on to daughter cells.