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Okazaki fragments are formed by the strand of DNA, which is :

a
Leading strand
b
Lagging strand
c
Continuous strand
d
Template strand with 3´ → 5´ polarity

detailed solution

Correct option is B

The formation of lagging chain begins from the centre and not from the terminal points, so this chain is discontinuous and is made up of small segments called Okazaki fragments.

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