Restriction enzyme cutting DNA
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Restriction enzyme cutting DNA
Fragment of DNA bound by the restriction endonucleaseEcoRI. The protein is a dimer, with each subunitable to bind and cut one strand of DNA. Resulting in a staggered, or " sticky" cut in the DNA
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Media ID 9217723
© 3Dciencia. Ram?³n Andrade
Bacteria Bacterial Bacteriological Bacteriology Compound Crystallography Cutting Deoxyribonucleases Dimer Endonuclease Enzyme Escherichia Coli Magnesium Microbiology Molecular Biology Molecules Nucleotide Protein Conformation Quaternary Structure Restriction Restriction Enzyme Ribbon Secondary Structure Sticky Strand Subunit Subunits Biochemical Biochemistry Deoxyribonucleic Acid Microbiological Molecular Molecular Model Molecular Structure Protein
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This print showcases the intricate process of DNA manipulation through restriction enzyme cutting. The image captures a fragment of DNA bound by the remarkable endonuclease EcoRI, a protein that acts as a dimer. Each subunit possesses the ability to bind and cut one strand of DNA, resulting in what is known as a staggered or "sticky" cut. The visual representation beautifully illustrates the complexity and precision involved in this biochemical phenomenon. The ribbon-like structure elegantly portrays the molecular composition of DNA, while highlighting its secondary structure and nucleotide arrangement. The artwork also emphasizes the significance of magnesium as an essential compound for enzymatic activity during this process. It provides valuable insights into bacteriology and microbiology by showcasing Escherichia coli, a common bacterial species often used in scientific research. Through crystallography techniques, scientists have been able to unravel these molecular structures, enabling them to better understand biological mechanisms at their core. This breakthrough has paved the way for advancements in molecular biology and biochemistry. This stunning piece by 3dciencia artistically captures both the beauty and complexity within our genetic makeup. It serves as a reminder of how far we've come in unraveling nature's secrets while igniting curiosity about future discoveries yet to be made.
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