Although Originally Discovered in Bacteria as a Defense Against Bacteriophage

question 47

True/False

Although originally discovered in bacteria as a defense against bacteriophage infection, the CRISPR/Cas gene editing system can be used to edit the genome of any cell, whether microbial, plant, fungal, or animal.

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Definitions:

Gallbladder

Organ that stores and concentrates bile.

Chemical Digestion

The breakdown of food into smaller molecules by enzymes and acids in the digestive system.

Proteins

Large molecules made up of amino acids that play many critical roles in the body, including in the structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs.

Stomach

Tubular, muscular organ that functions in chemical and mechanical digestion.