DNA synthesis

DNA synthesis is the process by which cells create new copies of their DNA. It involves unwinding the double helix structure, then assembling new complementary strands by adding matching nucleotides—chemical building blocks—using each original strand as a template. Specialized enzymes facilitate this process, ensuring that the new strands are accurate copies of the original DNA. This process is essential for cell division, allowing genetic information to be passed on faithfully from one cell generation to the next.