Biotechnology-Principles-And-Processes Question 145

Question: Restriction endonuclease - Hind. II always cuts DNA molecules at a particular point by recognising a specific sequence of:

Options:

A) six base pairs

B) five base pairs

C) four base pairs

D) seven base pairs

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] Restriction endonuclease-Hind II, always cuts DNA molecules at a particular point by recognising a specific sequence of six base pairs.

This specific base sequence is known as the recognition sequence for Hind II.