Ligase helps in __________ .

removal of genes

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translation of DNA

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joining DNA fragments

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cutting DNA fragments

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Solution

The correct option is C joining DNA fragments
Ligase is an enzyme that helps in the joining of the DNA fragments. Due to this function, it is also known as a 'genetic glue'.

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