Sticky Ends & DNA Ligation — NEET Biology
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When cut by the same restriction enzyme, the resultant DNA fragments have the same kind of 'sticky-ends' and, these can be joined together (end-to-end) using DNA ligases.
📐See NCERT Figure 9.2 for the diagram.
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In the given figure, which step confirms that both foreign DNA and vector plasmid were digested using the same restriction enzyme?
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Correct answer: B — Foreign DNA and vector showing compatible sticky ends
The figure shows both foreign DNA and vector DNA being cut at similar positions, forming complementary sticky ends—only possible if the same restriction enzyme was used.
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When cut by the same restriction enzyme, the resultant DNA fragments have the same kind of 'sticky-ends' and, these can be joined together (end-to-end) using DNA ligases.
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Biotechnology: Principles and Processes, Class 12 NCERT Biology.
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