What is the function of restriction enzymes in bacteria?

A) They function in protein production.
B) They cut foreign DNA, for example, the DNA of invading viruses.
C) They cut the bacterial cell's chromosome so that it is more easily transformed.
D) They are used to repair DNA mutations.


Answer: B

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