STANDARD Zoology RNA Interference MCQ Question
Which of the following is true about RNAi process?
It is a method of cellular defense.
It involves silencing of a specific mRNA due to a complementary dsRNA molecule.
Source of complementary RNA in this process may be infection by viruses having RNA genomes.
All are true
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
RNA interference (RNAi) is a biological process where RNA molecules inhibit gene expression by neutralizing targeted mRNA molecules.
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