The restriction endonuclease enzymes cut the DNA strands at specific sequences known as ______.
A
recognition sequences
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B
identification sequences
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C
cutting sequences
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D
enzyme sequences
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Solution
The correct option is A recognition sequences Restriction endonuclease enzymes cut the DNA strands from within and at specific sites. These sites are known as recognition sequences. Every restriction endonuclease has a specific sequence and cuts the DNA wherever the sequence is encountered.