Question
Biology Question on biotechnology
HindII cuts DNA molecule at a specific point by recognising a specific sequence of
A
2 base pairs
B
3 base pairs
C
5 base pairs
D
6 base pairs.
Answer
6 base pairs.
Explanation
Solution
Hind II was the first discovered restriction endonuclease enzyme. It has been isolated from Haemophilus influenzae Rd. It cuts DNA molecules at a particular point by recognising a specific sequence of six base pairs. This specific sequence is known as the recognition sequence for Hin d II. It produces blunt ends.