Antisense Gene Sequences Can Be Used to Block the Transcription

question 33

Multiple Choice

Antisense gene sequences can be used to block the transcription of specific genes in a cell or group of cells. Suppose you treated a seed with an antisense sequence that blocked the transcription of GAMyb transcription factor. What would happen to the seed?

• A) It would not make abscisic acid.
• B) It would not be responsive to gibberellins.
• C) It would germinate too soon.
• D) It would not grow a hypocotyl during germination.

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