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Does DNA ligase require ATP?

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DNA ligase:
DNA strands are joined together by the formation of phosphodiester bonds.
This process is facilitated by a specific type of enzyme called DNA ligase.
It requires ATP for the joining of two DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) strands.

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