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'''Restriction enzymes''' are enzymes that recognize a specific sequence of double-stranded [[DNA]] and cut the DNA at that site. Restriction enzymes are often referred to as molecular scissors. | '''Restriction enzymes''' are enzymes that recognize a specific sequence of double-stranded [[DNA]] and cut the DNA at that site. Restriction enzymes are often referred to as molecular scissors. | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:29, June 8, 2007
Restriction enzymes are enzymes that recognize a specific sequence of double-stranded DNA and cut the DNA at that site. Restriction enzymes are often referred to as molecular scissors.
Sources
http://www.genome.gov/glossary.cfm?key=restriction%20enzymes