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Restriction enzymes that are used in the construction of recombinant DNA are endonucleases which cut the DNA at specific recognition sequence? What would be the disadvantage if they do not cut the DNA at specific recogniion sequence?

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Understanding Restriction Enzymes**: - Restriction enzymes, also known as endonucleases, are proteins that cut DNA at specific sequences known as recognition sites. They are often referred to as "molecular scissors" due to their ability to cleave DNA. 2. **Importance of Specificity**: - The specificity of restriction enzymes is crucial for the construction of recombinant DNA. They cut at precise locations, generating DNA fragments with defined ends. ...
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