Which of the following restriction enzymes produces blunt ends?

1. *Eco* RV

2. *Xho* I

3. *Hind* III

4. *Sal* I

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Answer: 1. *Eco* RV

EcoRV cuts in the middle of its recognition site (GAT^ATC) and gives blunt ends.

XhoI, HindIII and SalI cut with a staggered cut, leaving sticky (cohesive) ends.

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