ApaI

ApaI cuts DNA at GGGCCC, leaving a 4-nucleotide 3′ overhang (GGCC). Its 6 bp site occurs about once every 4,096 bp of random sequence.

Recognition & cut site

GGGCC^C

Properties

Recognition site
GGGCCC
Cut site
GGGCC^C
Ends produced
3′ overhang
Overhang
GGCC (4 nt)
Site length
6 bp
Cuts on average
1 / 4,096 bp
Palindromic
Yes
Cuts within site
Yes (type II)

Sequence checker

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Related enzymes

Isoschizomers

same site, same cut
  • PpeI

Neoschizomers

same site, different cut position
  • Bsp120I
  • PspOMI

Compatible ends

different site, matching overhang

None known.