In recombinant DNA technology, the term cloning refers to the process of
A) splitting DNA molecules into two strands.
B) extracting DNA from bacterial cells.
C) separating DNA fragments.
D) ligation of sticky ends of DNA.
E) making many copies of recombinant DNA.

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Cloning in the context of recombinant DNA technology involves making many copies of a specific piece of DNA, such as a gene, after it has been inserted into a host organism or vector. This allows for the amplification and study of the DNA of interest.

In Recombinant DNA Technology, the Term Cloning Refers to the Process