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Which enzyme joins Okazaki fragments to form a continuous DNA strand?

  • A DNA polymerase
  • B RNA polymerase
  • C DNA ligase
  • D Topoisomerase

Correct answer: C. DNA ligase

Explanation: DNA ligase seals the nicks between adjacent Okazaki fragments, joining them into a continuous lagging strand.

Concept context

DNA structure, replication, transcription, translation, the genetic code, and gene regulation (lac operon). The single most important chapter for NEET molecular biology.

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