Restriction Endonucleases in Cancer Research Quiz
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What is the main function of restriction endonucleases?

  • To cut or degrade nucleic acids (correct)
  • To repair damaged DNA
  • To regulate gene expression
  • To synthesize new DNA strands
  • Where are restriction endonucleases found?

  • In neither bacteria nor human cells
  • Only in bacteria (correct)
  • In both bacteria and human cells
  • Only in human cells
  • What is the role of EcoR1 in genetic engineering?

  • To cut DNA at specific sequences (correct)
  • To facilitate protein synthesis
  • To repair damaged DNA
  • To synthesize RNA strands
  • What is the purpose of using restriction endonucleases in cloning?

    <p>To cut specific DNA fragments for insertion into another DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term 'restriction' in restriction endonucleases?

    <p>It reflects the defense mechanism of bacteria against other bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

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