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ZoologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsGenetically Modified CropsEasy2 minPYQ_2020
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Silencing a specific mRNA in order to prevent its translation is known to be a cell defense mechanism. What is the name of this process useful in making transgenic organisms?
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RNA interference (RNAi) is a process where a particular mRNA is not allowed to undergo translation by binding it with a complementary segment of mRNA. As a result, a dsRNA is formed which makes the original mRNA useless for making protein. This has been observed to be a cellular defense mechanism and utilized in developing a transgenic Tobacco plant that is resistant to the pest.
Stream:NTA_ABHYAS_NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:Biotechnology and Its ApplicationsSubtopic:Genetically Modified Crops
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