A family of DNA helicases that participate in DNA REPLICATION. They assemble into hexameric rings with a central channel and unwind DNA processively in the 5' to 3' direction. DnaB helicases are considered the primary replicative helicases for most prokaryotic organisms.
Entry Term(s)
DnaB Helicase
Registry Number
EC 3.6.4.12
Public MeSH Note
2007; DNAB HELICASES was indexed under BACTERIAL PROTEINS & DNA HELICASES 1991-2006
A family of DNA helicases that participate in DNA REPLICATION. They assemble into hexameric rings with a central channel and unwind DNA processively in the 5' to 3' direction. DnaB helicases are considered the primary replicative helicases for most prokaryotic organisms.
