DNAligaasientsyymi
DNAligaasientsyymi, often referred to simply as DNA ligase, is a crucial enzyme in molecular biology. Its primary function is to join DNA strands together. This is achieved by catalyzing the formation of phosphodiester bonds between the 3' hydroxyl end of one nucleotide and the 5' phosphate end of another. This process is essential for DNA replication, repair, and recombination.
There are several types of DNA ligases found in nature, with the most well-studied being bacterial DNA
In the laboratory, DNA ligase is a widely used tool. It plays a vital role in recombinant