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RNAi Is Used to Functionally Inactivate Genes in Cells and Whole

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RNAi is used to functionally inactivate genes in cells and whole organisms like C.elegans.Describe the basics of how you would knock down the expression of a gene required for muscle formation in C.elegans and what method could you use to confirm that your results were specifically attributed to the RNAi?


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Effective Annual Rate

The interest rate on an investment or loan which accounts for the effect of compounding over a given period.

Semi-annually Return

The rate of return on an investment calculated by compounding interest twice a year.

Investment

The action or process of allocating resources, usually money, with the expectation of generating an income or profit.

Effective Annual Rate

The interest rate that is adjusted for compounding over a given period, representing the actual annual return on an investment.

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