After Digesting a DNA Sequence, a Restriction Endonuclease Can Generate

Question

After digesting a DNA sequence, a restriction endonuclease can generate
A) blunt ends.
B) overhangs.
C) sticky ends.
D) blunt ends, overhangs, or sticky ends.

Accepted Answer

Depending on the specific restriction endonuclease used, it has the capability to generate blunt ends (no overhangs), overhangs (also known as "sticky ends"), or a combination of both. Therefore, the best choice is D, which encompasses all three possibilities.