After a Strand of DNA Has Been Cut with Restriction

question 48

Multiple Choice

After a strand of DNA has been cut with restriction enzymes, the pieces are attached again by the action of

• A) DNA ligases.
• B) stop codons or sequences.
• C) DNA polymerase.
• D) plasmids.
• E) primers.

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Definitions:

Pregnant

The state of carrying a developing fetus within the female body, typically lasting about 40 weeks from the last menstrual period to childbirth.

Wheat Germ

The nutrient-rich embryo of the wheat kernel, often used as a dietary supplement due to its high content of proteins, fibers, and vitamins.

Maternal Obesity

A condition where a mother has excessive body weight before or during pregnancy, which can impact her health and the health of her offspring.

Miscarriage

The spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the fetus is able to survive outside the uterus, typically before 20 weeks of gestation.