Which of the following functions does a reverse transcriptase perform?
A) proofreading
B) exonuclease activity
C) convert RNA to DNA
D) convert DNA to RNA

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A reverse transcriptase enzyme converts RNA into DNA, which is known as reverse transcription. This enzyme is often found in retroviruses and is used to convert their RNA genome into DNA, which can then be integrated into the host genome.

Which of the Following Functions Does a Reverse Transcriptase Perform