One proposed mechanism for the formation of a double helix in DNA is given by where S

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One proposed mechanism for the formation of a double helix in DNA is given by

(S S) + (S1: S)* (S: S)* S1: S (fast) (slow)

where S1 and S2 represent strand 1 and 2, and (S1 : S2)* represents an unstable helix. Write the rate of reaction expression for the formation of the double helix.

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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications

ISBN: 9780132931281

11th Edition

Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette

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