If a Cytosine Base in DNA Is Converted into Uracil

question 47

Multiple Choice

If a cytosine base in DNA is converted into uracil, the site is repaired by:

• A)DNA ligase.
• B)mismatch repair.
• C)base excision repair.
• D)nucleotide excision repair.

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