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What is DNA intercalating agent?
Pronunciation: /ˈdiˌɛˈneɪ intercalating* ˈeɪʤənt/
DNA intercalating agent
Definition
A substance that inserts itself into the DNA structure of a cell and binds to the DNA. This causes DNA damage. In cancer treatment, DNA intercalating agents may kill cancer cells by damaging their DNA and stopping them from dividing.