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The ‘molecular scissors’ fall in the category of:
The ‘molecular scissors’ fall in the category of:
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Restriction enzymes are widely used in genetic engineering for cutting DNA at precise locations, enabling DNA manipulation and analysis.
Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
- Cleaving enzyme
- Endonuclease
- Exonuclease
- Restriction enzymes
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Restriction enzymes, also known as molecular scissors, cut DNA at specific sequences called recognition sites. These enzymes are essential tools in genetic engineering and molecular biology.
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