What is the role of restriction enzymes in genetic engineering?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. They cut DNA at specific base sequences
- Step 1: Restriction enzymes recognise short sequences and cut the DNA there. Step 2. DNA ligase then joins the fragments. Answer: cutting DNA at specific sequences. Why not the others: ligase joins, PCR copies and vectors such as plasmids carry genes.
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