How to Write an Essay About DNA Replication

Writing an essay can be a daunting and confusing experience at first--especially if it involves a topic as complicated as DNA replication. Fortunately, you have the advantage since the topic is specific and not broad, making the process relatively straightforward. A successful finished essay must consist of four basic elements-- the introduction, thesis, supporting Paragraphs (Content) and a conclusion. When you combine and fill these elements with relevant information pertaining to your topic, the result is a perfect essay.

Things You'll Need

  • Academic DNA replication books
  • Academic DNA replication articles
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Instructions

  1. Gather, analyze, brainstorm

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      Go online and research academic and medical articles regarding DNA Replication. Scholarly databases such as JStor and Questia provide ample reputable resources. Read books that talk about the separation of the DNA strands and how the mRNA transcribes and replicates. Use sources such as the online educational databases as OhioLink and Academic Journal Databases. You can read the details of this topic in a Physiology, Biology or Chemistry book. If you can, ask experts in the fields of biology and medicine. Gather as much information as you can on the topic.

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      Analyze the information that you have just gathered through your research. Define the claims, write down the reasons and evidence that you have collected from all of your sources. Understand the process of DNA Replication and the different steps that happen during the entire replication process. Thoroughly study the information gathered to make the writing process easier.

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      Write down the main steps of the replication process on a piece of paper and start brainstorming for the content. Once you contrive your thesis, start combining all the information previously gathered that supports your statement. Make a brief outline for the format and content of your essay.

    Write the Essay

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      Start writing the Introduction. The introduction must imust grab the reader's attention and set up the topic of the essay that leads into your thesis statement.

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      Start writing the Content. Space out the content into different paragraphs. Each paragraph must talk about a specific topic related to the thesis. In this case, it would be appropriate to write detailed information for each individual step in the DNA replication process.

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      Start writing the Conclusion. The conclusion must set the ending of your essay. Summarize the main points of your essay in this section and reference it back to your thesis statement.

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      Read your essay. Proofreading your essay allows you to fix grammatical and content mistakes to improve the fluidity and strength of your argument. Give a copy of your essay to a friend of family member to help your proofread. A new set of eyes may catch mistakes you did not notice. The finished copy should flow smoothly from start to finish and provide enough information for someone to understand the process of DNA replication (or at least provide a general overview of the process).

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