DNAse
DNAse
DNAse (pronounced dee-en-ayz), also known as Deoxyribonuclease, is an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolytic cleavage of phosphodiester linkages in the DNA backbone, thus degrading DNA.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /diː.ɛn.eɪz/
Etymology
The term DNAse is derived from the words 'Deoxyribonucleic acid' (DNA) and 'enzyme'. The 'ase' suffix is used in biochemistry to form names of enzymes.
Function
DNAse plays a crucial role in various biological processes, including DNA replication, repair, recombination, and transcription. It is also used in biotechnology and medical research.
Types
There are several types of DNAse, including DNAse I, DNAse II, and Micrococcal nuclease. Each type has a unique function and is found in different organisms and tissues.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on DNAse
- Wikipedia's article - DNAse
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