DNA polymerase in recombinant DNA technology

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What is the role of DNA polymerase in recombinant DNA technology?

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To cut DNA at specific sites To synthesize new DNA strands Correct To join DNA fragments To unwind DNA strands

DNA polymerase is used to synthesize new DNA strands by adding nucleotides to a growing DNA chain, making it essential for DNA replication and PCR.

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