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Question
The term “Molecular scissors” refers to:
Explanation
Restriction endonucleases recognize specific palindromic sequences and cut phosphodiester bonds producing fragments. Their precision in cutting at defined sites earned them the nickname molecular scissors. Taq polymerase synthesizes DNA, while palindromes are recognition substrates.
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