A researcher wants to investigate the function of a gene without permanently altering the gene’s function or activity. Which experimental approach should she choose?
a. gene knockout
b. gene knockdown
c. electrophoresis
d. RNA-seq
e. bioinformatics
ANSWER: b
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Explain how a bacterium living in a biofilm behaves very similar to a primitive multicellular organism
What will be an ideal response?
When immune complexes in the blood become trapped in the kidneys the resulting disease is known as
A. type I hypersensitivity. B. hemolytic disease. C. glomerulonephritis. D. dermatitis. E. anaphylaxis.