The Gene Knockout Procedure Refers to the Process of

question 340

Multiple Choice

The gene knockout procedure refers to the process of

• A)artificially suppressing the function of the immune system
• B)preventing neurons from firing by inhibiting reuptake
• C)altering an individual gene such that its normal function is prevented
• D)flooding the body with stress hormones so that a gene goes into temporary shock

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Definitions:

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