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Silencing of specific mRNA is possible via RNAi because of

Options

  1. AComplementary dsRNA
  2. BInhibitory ssRNA
  3. CComplementary tRNA
  4. DNon-complementary ssRNA

Correct answer

A. Complementary dsRNA

Step-by-step solution

RNAi (RNA interference) takes place in all eukaryotic organisms as a method of cellular defense. This method involves silencing of a specific mRNA due to a complementary dsRNA molecule that binds to and prevents translation of the mRNA.

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