Question

Expression of antisense RNA in transgenic plants is a general method used to

a.

activate the expression of all genes in a biochemical pathway

b.

eliminate the expression of all genes in a biochemical pathway

c.

block the expression of virus coat protein genes

d.

reduce or eliminate the expression of individual genes

Answer: (d).reduce or eliminate the expression of individual genes

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