The function of DNase I is that it
A) cuts DNA whenever DNA binding proteins are present.
B) cuts double-stranded DNA by cutting phosphodiester bonds.
C) cuts DNA binding proteins.
D) makes an RNA copy of DNA.

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DNase I is an endonuclease that cleaves the phosphodiester bonds in double-stranded DNA. It does not cut DNA binding proteins or make an RNA copy of DNA. Its function is to break down DNA, which can be useful in various techniques such as PCR and DNA sequencing.

The Function of DNase I Is That It