Researchers Using a Biochemical Method to Direct a Mutation to a Particular

question 163

Multiple Choice

Researchers using a biochemical method to direct a mutation to a particular gene are using the ____ approach.

• A) sham lesion
• B) gene-splicing
• C) lesion
• D) gene-knockout

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Definitions:

2,4-D

A synthetic auxin herbicide used to control broadleaf weeds, known for its role in agriculture and lawn care.

2,4,5-T

A herbicide that was one of the components of Agent Orange, used during the Vietnam War.

Auxin

A plant hormone involved in various aspects of growth and development, such as stem elongation, apical dominance, and root formation on cuttings (e.g., indole acetic acid [IAA]).

Nastic Movements

Non-directional responses to stimuli (e.g., temperature, humidity, light intensity) that cause movement in plants.