The primary function of DNA ligase is to
a. cut the two strands of the DNA molecule prior to
replication.
b. attach free nucleotides to the growing chain.
c. remove bases that might be inserted incorrectly.
d. seal new short stretches of nucleotides into one
continuous strand.
e. fragment old DNA that is no longer of use to the
cell.
Answer: d
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