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What is the primary function of a restriction enzyme?
What is the primary function of a restriction enzyme?
- To regulate gene expression
- To cut DNA at specific sequences (correct)
- To repair damaged DNA
- To catalyze the synthesis of DNA
Which of the following is a characteristic of restriction enzymes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of restriction enzymes?
- They are only found in eukaryotic cells
- They recognize specific DNA sequences (correct)
- They are involved in RNA splicing
- They promote DNA replication
How are restriction enzymes commonly used in molecular biology?
How are restriction enzymes commonly used in molecular biology?
- To inhibit DNA replication
- To transcribe mRNA from DNA
- To synthesize proteins from DNA templates
- To insert foreign DNA into plasmids (correct)
