What is the function of DNA polymerase?
A) introducing mutations into DNA for evolutionary adaptation
B) synthesizing nucleotides from free sugars, phosphates, and bases
C) halting DNA replication if a cell becomes cancerous
D) breaking sugar-phosphate bonds to release free nucleotides for DNA synthesis
E) joining together nucleotides as they are base-paired during DNA replication
Answer: E
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