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Gene Knockout Techniques Quiz

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Mathematics

10th Grade

Gene Knockout Techniques Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a gene knockout in scientific research?

To enhance the function of a gene

To make a gene inoperative and study its function

To duplicate a gene for further study

To transfer a gene to another organism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which system is used to silence a gene in gene knockout techniques?

CRISPR-Cas9

DNA polymerase

RNA polymerase

Ribosome

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of Cas9 in the CRISPR-Cas9 system?

To replicate DNA

To bind to RNA

To excise viral DNA from the genome

To synthesize proteins

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of guide RNA (gRNA) in the CRISPR-Cas9 system?

To replicate DNA

To guide Cas9 to the target DNA

To synthesize proteins

To degrade RNA

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Which organisms are commonly used as models in gene knockout research due to their genetic similarity to humans?

Frogs

Mice

Birds

Fish

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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What is the role of the synthetically derived gRNA in the CRISPR-Cas9 system?

It acts as a catalyst for DNA replication.

It binds to a target sequence for excision.

It provides energy for the Cas9 protein.

It repairs damaged DNA sequences.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a gene editing application of the CRISPR-Cas9 system in agriculture?

Increasing the size of fruits.

Enhancing metabolic pathways for higher starch content.

Changing the color of flowers.

Reducing the growth rate of plants.

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