Biology · Principles and Processes in Biotechnology

Given below are two statements: Statement I: \( \text{Hind II} \) is the first restriction endonuclease whose exact nucleotide recognition sequence of six base pairs was characterised. Statement II: Today, over 900 restriction enzymes have been isolated from more than 230 strains of bacteria. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.