Restriction enzymes are useful in recombinant DNA studies because they

A) cut DNA only at specific locations.
B) can reproduce in bacteria.
C) join the cut ends of small DNA molecules.
D) give plasmids antibiotic properties.
E) can separate pieces of DNA and RNA from each other.


A

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