Question
Silencing of specific mRNA is possible via RNAi because of
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Zoology
Biotechnology and Its Applications
2025
NEET 2025
NEET Zoology Question (2025) — Solution
Options
- A. Complementary dsRNA
- B. Inhibitory ssRNA
- C. Complementary tRNA
- D. Non-complementary ssRNA
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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