Sticky and blunt ends

In molecular biology, "sticky" and "blunt" ends refer to the types of ends produced when DNA is cut by restriction enzymes. Understanding these two types of ends is important for DNA cloning, manipulation, and genetic engineering. ### Sticky Ends: - **Definition**: Sticky ends, also known as cohesive ends, are created when a restriction enzyme cuts the DNA at specific sequences, resulting in overhanging single-stranded ends.