noun
- an enzyme that breaks down nucleic acids (DNA or RNA) by cleaving the bonds between nucleotides
Usage: biochemistry
Examples
- The nuclease enzyme cut the DNA strand at specific sites.
- Researchers used a nuclease to digest the RNA sample.
- DNase is a type of nuclease that specifically targets DNA.
- The cell’s nucleases help repair damaged genetic material.
- Scientists inhibited the nuclease activity to preserve the DNA.
- Restriction nucleases are essential tools in genetic engineering.