Distinguish between type I and type II DNA topoisomerases.

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Topoisomerases relieve tension in the unwinding DNA strand
During replication by temporarily clipping either one
strand (type I) or both strands (type II) and allowing the
helix to rotate at one point. In general, these enzymes do
NOT require ATP.

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