DNA polymerase is:
Correct answer: C. Replication
- A. Replacing
- B. Slicing of DNA
- C. Replication
- D. To search the genetic library
Explanation
DNA polymerase is the enzyme responsible for replicating DNA - for using a template strand to construct a complimentary sequence of nucleotides, creating a double-stranded DNA molecule. DNA polymerase can also proofread the new strand as it is created and is involved in repairing DNA damage and mutations:
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