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An enzyme catalysing the removal of nucleotides from the ends of DNA is

A

endonuclease

B

exonuclease

C

DNA ligase

D

Hind II

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the name of an enzyme that catalyzes the removal of nucleotides from the ends of DNA. 2. **Identifying the Types of Enzymes**: There are different types of enzymes that act on DNA. The two main categories relevant to this question are: - **Exonucleases**: These enzymes remove nucleotides from the ends of the DNA strand. - **Endonucleases**: These enzymes cut the DNA at specific positions within the strand. ...
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