RNAi Methodology Uses Double-Stranded Pieces of RNA to Trigger Breakdown

question 40

Multiple Choice

RNAi methodology uses double-stranded pieces of RNA to trigger breakdown of a specific mRNA or inhibit its translation. For which of the following processes might this technique be useful?

• A) to decrease the production from a harmful mutated gene
• B) to destroy an unwanted allele in a homozygous individual
• C) to form a knockout organism that will not pass the deleted sequence to its progeny
• D) to raise the concentration of a desired protein

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Definitions:

Phallic Stage

A stage in Freudian psychosexual development, occurring from ages 3 to 6, wherein the child's libido centers upon their genitalia.

Anal Stage

The Anal Stage is the second stage in Freud's theory of psychosexual development, occurring from about 18 months to 3 years of age, where the focus of pleasure is on the control of bowel and bladder elimination.

Oral Stage

A term from Freudian psychoanalysis referring to the first stage of psychological development, where an infant's pleasure centers are in the mouth.

Identification

The process through which an individual aligns themselves with specific groups, values, or characteristics.