The usual source of restriction endonucleases used in genetic engineering is from .
A
fungi
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B
bacteria
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C
viruses
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Solution
The correct option is B bacteria Bacterial species are the major source of restriction endonucleases. Bacteria produce these enzymes to defend themselves against viruses. Restriction endonucleases can cleave the DNA at specific sites because of which they are extensively used in genetic engineering.