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If methods are based on cellular processes that lead to inactivation of gene expression by affecting the RNA, then it is called as ___________

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asked Feb 7, 2022 in Genetic Engineering by Charlotte (118k points)

If methods are based on cellular processes that lead to inactivation of gene expression by affecting the RNA, then it is called as ___________

(a) transcriptional

(b) pre-transcriptional

(c) post-transcriptional

(d) translational

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This question is from Post-transcriptional Gene Silencing in division Modifications and Mutagenesis of Genetic Engineering

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answered Feb 9, 2022 by Noah (693k points)
selected Sep 18, 2022 by Charlotte

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Correct choice is (c) post-transcriptional

Best explanation: If inactivation of gene expression is carried out by affecting the RNA then these methods are referred to as post-transcriptional. As transcription is the process of obtaining RNA from DNA.

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