It actually isn't. It is the uncoupling of the strands for replication that is compared to a zipper. An enzyme called helicase dissolves the peptide bonds that hold the double strand structure together. read more
It is the uncoupling of the strands for replication that is compared to a zipper. An enzyme called helicase dissolves the peptide bonds that hold the double strand structure together. Then, each parent strand creates a partner strand and new bonds form. read more